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Wiry: meaning, definitions and examples

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wiry

 

[ หˆwฤซ(ษ™)rฤ“ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

The term 'wiry' describes a person who is lean and agile, often having a muscular build without being overly bulky. This can imply a certain level of fitness and endurance. Someone who is wiry might appear somewhat fragile at first glance but is actually quite strong and resilient. This adjective is often used to characterize athletes, especially in sports that require flexibility and quick movements.

Synonyms

lean, lithe, skinny, slender.

Examples of usage

  • The wiry runner outran everyone in the race.
  • He had a wiry frame that suggested he was used to physical challenges.
  • Despite her wiry appearance, she could lift heavy weights with ease.

Translations

Translations of the word "wiry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fino

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคคเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช dรผnn

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kurus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะพะฝะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chudy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ดฐใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท maigre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ delgado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ince

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ๋ฅธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุญูŠู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hubenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chudรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็˜ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tanek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพunnur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั–าฃั–ัˆะบะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ•แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nazik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ delgado

Etymology

The word 'wiry' originated in the late 14th century from the Old English word 'wir,' which means 'to twist' or 'wiry.' The evolution of the term has been influenced by the physical characteristics associated with wire - something that is thin yet strong. Initially, 'wiry' described materials and structures that had the qualities of wire, but over time it transitioned to describe individuals possessing a similar combination of slenderness and strength. This linguistic development reflects society's fascination with athleticism and physical prowess, leading to the term's current use in everyday conversations to describe not just physical appearance, but also an underlying capability for agility and endurance.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,785, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.