Definition

In a way that is thin or without excess; not having extra weight or bulk.

Example

The athlete moved leanly across the field, showcasing his agility.

Conversation

I’ve noticed you’ve been eating really leanly lately, what’s up with that?

Yeah, I’m trying to stay healthy and feel good overall.

That’s awesome! Do you have any favorite recipes you’ve been using?

Absolutely! I love making salads that are both tasty and leanly packed with nutrients.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leanly → It is formed from "lean" (from Old English "hlēanian", meaning to make thin or to incline) and "-ly" (a suffix meaning in a manner of). The word "leanly" means in a manner that is thin or slender.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'lean' which means thin, and remember that 'leanly' describes doing something in a thin or slender manner.

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