boneless

[bohn-lis]

boneless Definition

  • 1having no bones; without bones
  • 2lacking strength or courage; spineless

Using boneless: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "boneless" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The boneless chicken wings were a hit at the party.

  • Example

    He was a boneless leader who couldn't make tough decisions.

  • Example

    The jellyfish is a boneless creature.

  • Example

    She felt boneless after the intense workout.

boneless Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for boneless

Phrases with boneless

  • meat that has been removed from the bone

    Example

    I prefer to buy boneless chicken breasts.

  • fish that has been filleted and had its bones removed

    Example

    The restaurant serves boneless salmon.

  • a pizza without a crust

    Example

    I ordered a boneless pizza as a joke, but it turned out to be delicious.

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Summary: boneless in Brief

The term 'boneless' [bohn-lis] refers to something that lacks bones, such as boneless chicken wings or boneless fish. It can also describe a person or animal that lacks strength or courage, as in 'He was a boneless leader who couldn't make tough decisions.'

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