leggy

adj — 4 senses

leggy

adj

/ˈlɛɡi/

Etymology From leg + -y.

1

UK, US, Of a woman Having long, attractive legs; long-legged.

Fred preferred leggy blondes.

2

Slang, Of a woman Exposing the bare or pantyhose-clad legs, especially the thighs.

Pam looked leggy today because she was wearing a miniskirt.

3

Having numerous legs.

the leggiest centipede ever found

4

Taller or longer than usual.

Plants grow leggy if deprived of light.

Derived terms: leggily, legginess
Related terms: legs all the way to one's neck

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