Definition

Describing someone or something as being very tall and thin, often with long limbs.

Example

The rangiest player on the team easily reached the top shelf for the rebound.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that basketball player? He was the most rangiest guy on the court!

Yeah, he had such long arms and legs, it was impressive.

I wonder if being so rangiest helps him with rebounds.

Definitely! It gives him an edge over the other players.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rangiest → It is formed from "range" (from Old French *range*, meaning a row or line) and the suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "rangiest" describes something that has the most range or extent.

Memory Tip

Think of 'range' as a line or extent, and remember that 'rangiest' means having the most of that extent.

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