OZDIC

leg

UK /lɛɡ/ US /lɛɡ/
noun 6verb 4adj 1

Definitions

noun

1

A limb or appendage that an animal uses for support or locomotion on land.

Insects have six legs.

2

In humans, the lower limb extending from the groin to the ankle.

Dan won't be able to come to the party, since he broke his leg last week and is now on crutches.

3

The portion of the lower limb of a human that extends from the knee to the ankle.

4

A part of garment, such as a pair of trousers/pants, that covers a leg.

The left leg of these jeans has a tear.

5

A rod-like protrusion from an inanimate object, such as a piece of furniture, supporting it from underneath.

the legs of a chair or table

verb

1

To remove the legs from an animal carcass.

2

To build legs onto a platform or stage for support.

3

To put a series of three or more options strikes into the stock market.

4

To apply force using the leg (as in 'to leg a horse').

noun

1

Alternative spelling of leg..

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