Definition of "rangy" in англійська

adjective

1. Slender and long of limb; lanky.

   • For an accountant, Robert had a rangy appearance.
   • Her African violets weren't getting enough sun and became rangy.

2. Prone to roaming around.

   • rangy cattle

3. Having or permitting range or scope; roomy; commodious.

4. (music) Requiring a large vocal range; having a great difference from the highest to the lowest notes.

   • The Star Spangled Banner has been criticized as too rangy for many people to sing along to comfortably.