stringy

[ˈstrɪŋi]

stringy Definition

  • 1having long, thin pieces that are unpleasant to eat or look at
  • 2consisting of or resembling string
  • 3thin and weak; lacking strength or substance

Using stringy: Examples

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

  • Example

    The steak was tough and stringy.

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    The cheese had a stringy texture.

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    The old rope was dry and stringy.

  • Example

    The spinach was overcooked and stringy.

  • Example

    The guitar strings were old and stringy, producing a dull sound.

stringy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stringy

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Summary: stringy in Brief

The term 'stringy' [ˈstrɪŋi] describes something that is made up of long, thin pieces that are often unpleasant to eat or look at. It can also refer to things that resemble string or are thin and weak. Examples include tough meat, stringy cheese, and old rope.

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