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- [sin-yoo-ee]
- /ˈsɪn yu i/
- /ˈsɪn.juː.i/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [sin-yoo-ee]
- /ˈsɪn yu i/
Definitions of sinewy word
- adjective sinewy having strong sinews: a sinewy back. 1
- adjective sinewy of or like sinews; tough, firm, braided, or resilient: a sinewy rope. 1
- adjective sinewy having conspicuous sinews; stringy: tough, sinewy meat. 1
- adjective sinewy vigorous or forceful, as language, style, etc.: a sinewy argument. 1
- adjective sinewy food: tough, chewy 1
- adjective sinewy person: strong, muscular 1
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Origin of sinewy
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1350-1400; See origin at sinew, -y1
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Parts of speech for Sinewy
noun
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preposition
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sinewy popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for sinewy
adj sinewy
- brawny — Someone who is brawny is strong and has big muscles.
- fibroid — resembling fiber or fibrous tissue.
- fibrous — containing, consisting of, or resembling fibers.
- gristly — resembling or containing gristle; cartilaginous.
- hard as nails — tough, durable
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