physically weak; an invalid's frail body'

the weight of a frail (basket) full of raisins or figs; between 50 and 75 pounds

a basket for holding dried fruit (especially raisins or figs)

wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings; Im only a fallible human; frail humanity

[ Syn: fallible , imperfect , weak ]

easily broken or damaged or destroyed; a kite too delicate to fly safely; fragile porcelain plates; fragile old bones; a frail craft

[ Syn: delicate , fragile ]