skeletal

adjective
UK: /ˈskelɪtl/
US: /ˈskelɪtl/

  1. Relating to or resembling a skeleton.

    1. The skeletal remains were found in the old cave.
    2. The building had a skeletal frame before the walls were built around it.

  2. Very thin; emaciated.

    1. The dog was skeletal after being lost in the woods.
    2. She became almost skeletal due to the stress and lack of proper nutrition.

  3. Basic or in outline form; providing only the essential structure.

    1. We only have a skeletal plan for the project so far.
    2. The skeletal database design needs more detailed information added soon.

Synonyms

gaunt basic emaciated outline thin fundamental bony

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "skeletal" in English means: Relating to or resembling a skeleton., Very thin; emaciated., Basic or in outline form; providing only the essential structure..

The phonetic transcription of "skeletal" is /ˈskelɪtl/ in British English and /ˈskelɪtl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "skeletal": gaunt, basic, emaciated, outline, thin, fundamental, bony.

Example usage of "skeletal": "The skeletal remains were found in the old cave.". More examples on the page.