Dec 5, 2015 · The meaning of SINEWY is full of sinews. How to use sinewy in a sentence.

SINEWY definition: having strong sinews; muscular; brawny. See examples of sinewy used in a sentence.

Definition of sinewy adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. having strong or conspicuous sinews: a sinewy back. 2. tough; firm: a sinewy rope. 3. containing many sinews; stringy: tough, sinewy meat. 4. vigorous or forceful, as language or …

Physically strong and powerful (Definition of sinewy from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025 sin•ew•y (sin′ yo̅o̅ ē), adj. having strong sinews: a sinewy back. of or like sinews; tough, firm, braided, or …

Of or like sinew; tough; strong. Having many or large sinews, as a cut of meat. Vigorous; powerful; robust. A sinewy style of writing. Having good muscular development. Sinewy shoulders. One …

Dec 14, 2025 · sinewy (comparative more sinewy, superlative most sinewy) Tough; having strong sinews. synonym quotations Synonym: stringy

Sinewy is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is lean and muscular, possessing strength and toughness. It often relates to the physical embodiment of strength …

Someone who is sinewy has a lean body with strong muscles. ...a short, sinewy young man.