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scrawny [ˈskrɔːnı] ADJ

scrawny

骨瘦如柴的 gǔ shòu rú chái de

▶ scrawniness N

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In 1795-1797, a scrawny, naturalistic bald eagle was depicted on the reverse side of all silver coins. en.wikipedia.org

The word "skral" connotes thin or scrawny. en.wikipedia.org

He is almost unrecognizable against the scrawny beanpole he was just two years ago. www.dailymail.co.uk

When first introduced into the series he was described as being scrawny and nervous looking with spiky hair. en.wikipedia.org

The decreased appetite will result in individuals appear scrawny, mangy, and sickly. en.wikipedia.org

He is described as scrawny and dark complexioned. en.wikipedia.org

Scrawny, nerdy, acerbic wit, great disco-dancer. en.wikipedia.org

Families stopped fattening hogs, because a fat hog would inevitably be replaced by a scrawny one. en.wikipedia.org

The horse occupies the centre of the scene, with its ribs well visible and a scrawny head showing teeth and the tongue. en.wikipedia.org

They robe their scrawny bodies in tattered garments of ashen gray or sooty black. en.wikipedia.org

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