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loose–jointed
adjective loose–joint·ed \ˈlüs-ˈjȯin-təd\
: able to move in a very free and relaxed way
Full Definition of LOOSE-JOINTED
1
: having joints apparently not closely articulated
2
: characterized by unusually free movements
— loose–joint·ed·ness noun
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First Known Use of LOOSE-JOINTED
1859
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