leanness (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈliːnnəs/
Definition
The state or quality of being thin, especially in a healthy or efficient way, often referring to a lack of excess fat or resources.
Examples
The athlete's leanness was a result of years of rigorous training and a strict diet.
Despite the leanness of the harvest, the farmers managed to save enough for winter.
The company's leanness in operations allowed it to remain competitive during the economic downturn.
How to Use leanness
- the leanness of [something] (prepositional phrase)
- The quality of being lean in a particular aspect. — "The leanness of the budget meant no extravagant spending was possible."
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