: having a leg or legs especially of a specified kind or number
—often used in combination
a four-legged animal
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Four-legged family members are also welcome, with perks like plush beds, gourmet treats, and food and water bowls.
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Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Maybe that means oversized house numbers for a modern pop, a water feature for soothing sound or even a pet-friendly spot so your four-legged friend can join you outside.
—Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Centipedes Versus Millipedes Most people can’t tell the difference between a centipede and a millipede, another multi-legged creature that needs moisture to thrive.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
Agile two- and four-legged animals can adapt to diverse terrains.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 Sep. 2025
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Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Maybe that means oversized house numbers for a modern pop, a water feature for soothing sound or even a pet-friendly spot so your four-legged friend can join you outside.
—Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Centipedes Versus Millipedes Most people can’t tell the difference between a centipede and a millipede, another multi-legged creature that needs moisture to thrive.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
Agile two- and four-legged animals can adapt to diverse terrains.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 Sep. 2025
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“Legged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/legged. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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