gangling GANG-gling adjective WS #20

tall, thin, and awkward in movement; ungainly and loosely built

1. The gangling teenager seemed to trip over his own feet as he walked across the stage.
2. Despite his gangling appearance, he was surprisingly graceful on the basketball court.
3. The gangling young man had to duck to avoid hitting his head on the low doorframe.
4. Her gangling limbs made it difficult to find clothes that fit properly.
5. The gangling puppy hadn't yet grown into its oversized paws and long legs.