Meaning of slim in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /slɪm/

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  1. Verb

    slim

    Definitions

    1. take off weight

    Antonyms

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  2. Classifying Adjective

    slim

    Definitions

    1. being of delicate or slender build

    Examples

    • « she was slender as a willow shoot is slender- Frank Norris »
    • « a slim girl with straight blonde hair »
    • « watched her slight figure cross the street »

    Synonyms

  3. 2. small in quantity

    Examples

    • « slender wages »
    • « a slim chance of winning »
    • « a small surplus »

    Synonyms

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