"Swanneck" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A variant of "swan neck," which is a deformity or curvature of the neck that resembles the neck of a swan.
It can also refer to a rare medical condition in which the bones of the neck and spine curve severely, often due to a congenital or acquired condition.
Swankiness refers to the quality of being flashy, showy, or trendy, often in a way that is perceived as somewhat pretentious or affected. It can also imply a sense of elegance or luxury, particularly in the context of lifestyle, fashion, or surroundings.<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> The fancy dress code added to the swankiness of the upscale hotel lobby.<br> The swankiness of the new nightclub was worth the hefty cover charge.<br><br>Synonyms: glamour, flashiness, ostentation, opulence<br><br>Antonyms: simplicity, humbleness, understatement
Used to describe something that is fashionable and stylish, but also a bit pretentious or snobbish.
(Walking) with a proud or arrogant gait, typically because one is unaware of the surroundings.