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ectomorphic

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective ectomorphic has 1 sense
  1. ectomorphic - having a lightly-muscled build with long limbs
    Antonyms:
    endomorphic, pyknic, fat, rounded, mesomorphic, muscular, athletic

Definitions from the Web

Ectomorphic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

Referring to a body type that is lean, delicate, and characterized by a low amount of body fat, small bone structure, and a fast metabolism.

Senses/Usages:

  1. Popular:
    • A term commonly used in the context of somatotypes to describe individuals with a thin and linear physique.
    • Used to describe someone who naturally possesses a slender and lanky body shape.
    • A descriptive word associated with people who tend to have prominent bone structures and lean muscles.
  2. Local:
    • Regional terminology used in fitness communities to categorize individuals based on their body types, particularly referring to those with naturally lower body fat levels.
    • Commonly used in specific areas to label individuals who struggle to gain weight and appear skinny due to a faster metabolism.

Sample Sentences:

  • 1. Mark is an ectomorphic person who finds it challenging to gain muscle mass despite regular weight training.
  • 2. Ectomorphic body types are often characterized by narrow shoulders, long limbs, and a high degree of flexibility.
  • 3. Sarah's friend thought she was fragile because of her ectomorphic appearance, but she was actually a talented athlete.
  • 4. In certain regions, the term "ectomorphic" is frequently used to describe individuals with a slender build.

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