legged

adjective

leg·​ged ˈle-gəd How to pronounce legged (audio)
 also  ˈlā-,
British usually
ˈlegd How to pronounce legged (audio)
: having a leg or legs especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-legged animal

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Researchers also confirmed that the Super-X design is significantly easier to manage than conventional, short-legged divertors. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025 Here are some of the best spots to take your four-legged best friend in Nashville. Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025 Meanwhile August is home trying to recover at home with his parents, his 3-legged chiweenie Pico and his corgi-mix Lulu. Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025 This wasn’t the first time Shakir has come to the aid of some four-legged friends in need. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for legged

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of legged was in the 14th century

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“Legged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/legged. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

legged

adjective
ˈleg-əd,
ˈlegd
: having legs especially of a certain kind or number
four-legged

Medical Definition

legged

adjective
leg·​ged
ˈleg-əd, ˈlāg-, British usually ˈlegd
: having a leg or legs especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-legged animal

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