skinny

AdjectiveTransitive Verb

Meanings

Adjective

Very thin, especially in a way that is considered unattractive or unhealthy.

"He has become quite skinny since he started his new diet."

Adjective

Designed to fit very tightly against the body, particularly in reference to clothing.

"She wore a pair of black skinny jeans with her boots."

Adjective

Small in amount or insufficient, often referring to a quantity of money or resources.

"The budget for the project is looking pretty skinny this year."

Transitive Verb

[~ something]

"The chef showed us how to skinny the fish before searing it."

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