gauntness

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Noun gauntness has 1 sense

bonyness, emaciation, gauntness, maceration - extreme leanness (usually caused by starvation or disease)
--₁ is a kind of leanness, thinness

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Gauntness

Definition: Gauntness refers to the state of being extremely thin, bony, or emaciated, often due to illness, starvation, or aging.

Examples:

As a noun:

The patient's gauntness was a clear indication of the severity of his illness.
Despite his regular meals, the gauntness of his appearance suggested an underlying health issue.

As an adjective:

Her face became gaunt due to her strict diet and intense workout regimen.
The gauntness of the tree branches in winter gave the garden a melancholic feel.