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bony Definition and Meaning in English (bony definition)

adjective
Synonyms:skeletalgauntemaciated
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Bony definition: Describing something that is made of bone or has a lot of bones.

Definitions of Bony

  1. 1adjective

    Describing something that is made of bone or has a lot of bones.

  2. 2adjective

    Referring to a person or animal that is extremely thin, allowing their bones to be visible under the skin.

Example Sentences

casual

“The old dog was very bony after its illness.”

casual

“She had bony fingers from years of hard work.”

casual

“The fish was so bony that it was difficult to eat.”

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nounbone
nounboniness

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Bony definition: Describing something that is made of bone or has a lot of bones.
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'Bony' translates to 'bony' in English. Bony definition: Describing something that is made of bone or has a lot of bones.
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