Rangier: meaning, definitions and examples

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rangier

 

[ ˈræŋɡɪər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

The term 'rangier' is often used to describe someone who is tall and slender, exhibiting a lean and sometimes lanky physique. It suggests a lack of excess weight and can imply a certain awkwardness in movement or posture. This can be particularly noticed in long-limbed individuals who are not particularly muscular. In a broader sense, it might also apply to animals or objects that have elongated shapes.

Synonyms

lanky, lean, slender, tall

Examples of usage

  • After his workout, he became even rangier than before.
  • The rangier of the two players outperformed their peer.
  • She was a rangier model, often sought after for her unique look.

Translations

Translations of the word "rangier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ranger

🇮🇳 रेंजर

🇩🇪 Ranger

🇮🇩 penjaga

🇺🇦 рейнджер

🇵🇱 ranger

🇯🇵 レンジャー

🇫🇷 ranger

🇪🇸 ranger

🇹🇷 ranger

🇰🇷 레인저

🇸🇦 رئيس حراس الغابات

🇨🇿 ranger

🇸🇰 ranger

🇨🇳 巡护员

🇸🇮 ranger

🇮🇸 ranger

🇰🇿 рейнджер

🇬🇪 რეინჯერი

🇦🇿 reynder

🇲🇽 ranger

Etymology

The word 'rangier' is derived from the adjective 'rangy', originating in the early 20th century. The etymology of 'rangy' relates to 'range' which refers to the extent of space or area covered. It suggests a person or creature that is long, tall, and can cover a significant distance, paralleling the natural range of tall, lean animals in the wild. This word has since evolved to describe not just physicality, but also persona, indicating a certain level of grace coupled with a long-limbed form. The suffix 'ier' indicates a comparative form, enhancing the original adjective to denote even greater qualities of being rangy.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,037, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.