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Maigre

Definition

"Maigre" means thin or skinny, often used to describe someone who has little body fat or muscle mass.

Related terms

Minceur (Slimness): Refers to being slim or having a lean figure.

Émacié(e) (Emaciated): Describes extreme thinness due to lack of nutrition or illness.

Frêle (Fragile): Used to describe someone who is delicate or physically weak.

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