pigeon-toed

adjective

pi·​geon-toed ˈpi-jən-ˌtōd How to pronounce pigeon-toed (audio)
: having the toes and forefoot turned inward

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Despite being bow-legged and pigeon-toed from a bout with rickets in infancy, according to ESPN, Simpson developed a strong interest in sports as a child. — Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1786, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pigeon-toed was in 1786

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“Pigeon-toed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pigeon-toed. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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pigeon-toed

adjective
pi·​geon-toed
ˌpij-ən-ˈtōd
: having the toes and front of the foot turned inward

Medical Definition

pigeon-toed

adjective
pi·​geon-toed ˈpij-ən-ˈtōd How to pronounce pigeon-toed (audio)
: having the forefoot turned inward toward the midline of the body

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