NYT Dictionary

GANGLY

/ˈɡæŋɡli/
AdjectiveGAN-glygan-gly · 2 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

Tall and thin, especially so as to cause physical awkwardness.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

An American English alteration of gangling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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