ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Leggy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈlɛɡi/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Leggy is an adjective meaning (UK, US, chiefly of a woman) Having long, attractive legs; long-legged.

Meaning

(UK, US, chiefly of a woman) Having long, attractive legs; long-legged.

More Meanings

  1. Having numerous legs.
  2. Taller or longer than usual.
  3. (childish) Alternative form of leggie (“a leg”).
  4. (slang, chiefly of a woman) Exposing the bare or pantyhose-clad legs, especially the thighs.

Example Sentences

Fred preferred leggy blondes.
the leggiest centipede ever found
Plants grow leggy if deprived of light.
Pam looked leggy today because she was wearing a miniskirt.

Word Forms

Synonyms for leggy

Depending on context, synonyms include tall, long-legged.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include long-legged, tall, girls, hot, attractive, good-looking.

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