Leg
noun
One of the parts of the body of a human or animal that are used for standing and walking.
She broke her leg in a skiing accident.
Often appears as...
- break a leg
- shake a leg
noun
A part of an object that is like a leg in shape or function, especially one of the long thin parts that support a chair, table, etc.
The table leg is wobbly.
Often appears as...
- table leg
- chair leg
noun
One part of a journey, process or competition.
The next leg of our trip is to Paris.
Often appears as...
- next leg
- final leg
noun
In cricket, the side of the field (as divided lengthways through the pitch) to which the batsman's feet are pointed.
The ball went to the leg side.
Often appears as...
- leg side
- leg spin
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Technical
noun
In sail racing, a period of a race during which sailors sail directly towards a mark.
The last leg of the race was very challenging due to the wind conditions.
Often appears as...
- final leg
- closing leg
Usage tips
Technical
noun
One of the parts of the body of a human or animal that are used for standing and walking.
She broke her leg in a skiing accident.
Often appears as...
- break a leg
- shake a leg
noun
A part of an object that is like a leg in shape or function, especially one of the long thin parts that support a chair, table, etc.
The table leg is wobbly.
Often appears as...
- table leg
- chair leg
noun
One part of a journey, process or competition.
The next leg of our trip is to Paris.
Often appears as...
- next leg
- final leg
noun
In cricket, the side of the field (as divided lengthways through the pitch) to which the batsman's feet are pointed.
The ball went to the leg side.
Often appears as...
- leg side
- leg spin
Usage tips
Technical
noun
In sail racing, a period of a race during which sailors sail directly towards a mark.
The last leg of the race was very challenging due to the wind conditions.
Often appears as...
- final leg
- closing leg
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/3Injury Context
Often used to describe injuries occurring during physical activities.
He twisted his leg during the football match.
Pro Tip 2/3Idiomatic Expressions
'Leg' appears in various idioms related to performance or humor.
The comedian was just pulling my leg with that joke.
Pro Tip 3/3Leg Movements
Used to mention specific movements or actions made with the legs.
Stretch your legs after sitting for too long.
Pro Tip 1/3Injury Context
Often used to describe injuries occurring during physical activities.
He twisted his leg during the football match.
Pro Tip 2/3Idiomatic Expressions
'Leg' appears in various idioms related to performance or humor.
The comedian was just pulling my leg with that joke.
Pro Tip 3/3Leg Movements
Used to mention specific movements or actions made with the legs.
Stretch your legs after sitting for too long.
Pro Tip 1/3Injury Context
Often used to describe injuries occurring during physical activities.
He twisted his leg during the football match.
Pro Tip 2/3Idiomatic Expressions
'Leg' appears in various idioms related to performance or humor.
The comedian was just pulling my leg with that joke.
Pro Tip 3/3Leg Movements
Used to mention specific movements or actions made with the legs.
Stretch your legs after sitting for too long.
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How math saved my life PIPE...
had the next fuel and I had was this strange acceptance that life was about to end and then this fight-or-flight instinct came on and I had no chance to flee so I fought and I pulled out my absolute best jujitsu moves that idler when I was younger it's called biting somebody on the leg and that's what I
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Julian Baggini: Is there...
It's the shift between thinking of yourself as a thing which has all the experiences of life, and thinking of yourself as simply that collection of all experiences in life. You are the sum of your parts. Now those parts are also physical parts, of course, brains, bodies and legs and things,
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Why do cats act so...
that helped ensure the continuation of her species for millions of years before. In the wild, cats needed sharp claws for climbing, hunting, and self-defense. Sharpening their claws on nearby surfaces kept them conditioned and ready, helped stretch their back and leg muscles,
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The benefits of good...
Adjust your screen so it's at or slightly below eyelevel. Make sure all parts of your body, like your elbows and wrists, are supported, using ergonomic aids if you need to. Try sleeping on your side with your neck supported and with a pillow between your legs.
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Eating Myself PIPE National...
spewing hundred legged baby killers I mean the females can be devoted moms I dare any predator to try and get at these eggs this mom is literally a basket case protecting her eggs until they hatch and a new generation of fierce multi limbed warriors are
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How to write descriptivel...
How do you suck your readers into your stories? With an exciting plot? Maybe. Fascinating characters? Probably. Beautiful language? Perhaps. "Billie's legs are noodles. The ends of her hair are poison needles.
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Antlion Cone Death Trap...
The ants' long legs raise their bodies above the surface, where it's ten degrees cooler. But if they stand still, they will fry. They must keep moving or risk the same fate as their quarry,
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The Intense 8 Hour Hunt...
And at the moment of death, he shared its pain. He rubs its saliva into his own legs to relieve the agony of his burning muscles. And he gives thanks for the life he has taken,
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Stingray Ambushes Army...
its legs are so limp that they won't work properly the crab is unprotected and in great
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BBC Earth 50 Top Natural...
a scorching 70 centigrade the ants long legs raise their bodies above the
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How math saved my life PIPE...
had the next fuel and I had was this strange acceptance that life was about to end and then this fight-or-flight instinct came on and I had no chance to flee so I fought and I pulled out my absolute best jujitsu moves that idler when I was younger it's called biting somebody on the leg and that's what I
Video examples
Julian Baggini: Is there...
It's the shift between thinking of yourself as a thing which has all the experiences of life, and thinking of yourself as simply that collection of all experiences in life. You are the sum of your parts. Now those parts are also physical parts, of course, brains, bodies and legs and things,
Video examples
Why do cats act so...
that helped ensure the continuation of her species for millions of years before. In the wild, cats needed sharp claws for climbing, hunting, and self-defense. Sharpening their claws on nearby surfaces kept them conditioned and ready, helped stretch their back and leg muscles,
Video examples
The benefits of good...
Adjust your screen so it's at or slightly below eyelevel. Make sure all parts of your body, like your elbows and wrists, are supported, using ergonomic aids if you need to. Try sleeping on your side with your neck supported and with a pillow between your legs.
Video examples
Eating Myself PIPE National...
spewing hundred legged baby killers I mean the females can be devoted moms I dare any predator to try and get at these eggs this mom is literally a basket case protecting her eggs until they hatch and a new generation of fierce multi limbed warriors are
Video examples
How to write descriptivel...
How do you suck your readers into your stories? With an exciting plot? Maybe. Fascinating characters? Probably. Beautiful language? Perhaps. "Billie's legs are noodles. The ends of her hair are poison needles.
Video examples
Antlion Cone Death Trap...
The ants' long legs raise their bodies above the surface, where it's ten degrees cooler. But if they stand still, they will fry. They must keep moving or risk the same fate as their quarry,
Video examples
The Intense 8 Hour Hunt...
And at the moment of death, he shared its pain. He rubs its saliva into his own legs to relieve the agony of his burning muscles. And he gives thanks for the life he has taken,
Video examples
Stingray Ambushes Army...
its legs are so limp that they won't work properly the crab is unprotected and in great
Video examples
BBC Earth 50 Top Natural...
a scorching 70 centigrade the ants long legs raise their bodies above the
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Helen Fisher
American Scientist
You can get into a very fancy car and know everything about the engine, but when you drive in that car, you feel that rush. In the same way, I think the more you know about love, the more you can enjoy it. And knowing about your personality type, who you are and what kind of person you're dealing with gives you a great leg up.
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Joey Jordison
American Musician
The doctors said I might not be able to walk again. Today, I can almost run, but back then, I couldn't even stand up. I was bed-ridden. If I wanted to turn over in bed, I had to move my legs with my hands. I was in and out of the hospital for months.
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Ksenia Sobchak
Russian Politician
Any window of opportunity is important. If your hands are tied, you should swim with your legs. If your legs are tied, you should try to hold on to the edge of the boat with your teeth. We have to use every option.
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Nick Vujicic
Australian Clergyman
Money can't heal your heart. Money can't give you purpose. I don't want arms and legs, I want purpose. I don't want arms and legs, I want peace. I don't want arms and legs, I want to be a miracle for someone else.
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Natalie Maines
American Musician
I'm still finding my legs, performance-wise, being up there by myself. I think I have a bit of proving myself ahead of me.
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Juan Martin del Potro
Argentinian Tennis Player
I think to win in straight sets every match is important for the body, for the legs, for the physical conditions.
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Jared Polis
American Politician
If our country is to advance, let it be upon the legs of lessons well-learned.
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Alex Zanardi
Italian Driver
Losing my legs was one of the greatest opportunities of my life.
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Ron Atkinson
British Athlete
I'm afraid they've left their legs at home.
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Lauren Wasser
My legs were my life.
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Helen Fisher
American Scientist
You can get into a very fancy car and know everything about the engine, but when you drive in that car, you feel that rush. In the same way, I think the more you know about love, the more you can enjoy it. And knowing about your personality type, who you are and what kind of person you're dealing with gives you a great leg up.
Quote examples
Joey Jordison
American Musician
The doctors said I might not be able to walk again. Today, I can almost run, but back then, I couldn't even stand up. I was bed-ridden. If I wanted to turn over in bed, I had to move my legs with my hands. I was in and out of the hospital for months.
Quote examples
Ksenia Sobchak
Russian Politician
Any window of opportunity is important. If your hands are tied, you should swim with your legs. If your legs are tied, you should try to hold on to the edge of the boat with your teeth. We have to use every option.
Quote examples
Nick Vujicic
Australian Clergyman
Money can't heal your heart. Money can't give you purpose. I don't want arms and legs, I want purpose. I don't want arms and legs, I want peace. I don't want arms and legs, I want to be a miracle for someone else.
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Natalie Maines
American Musician
I'm still finding my legs, performance-wise, being up there by myself. I think I have a bit of proving myself ahead of me.
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Juan Martin del Potro
Argentinian Tennis Player
I think to win in straight sets every match is important for the body, for the legs, for the physical conditions.
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Jared Polis
American Politician
If our country is to advance, let it be upon the legs of lessons well-learned.
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Alex Zanardi
Italian Driver
Losing my legs was one of the greatest opportunities of my life.
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Ron Atkinson
British Athlete
I'm afraid they've left their legs at home.
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Lauren Wasser
My legs were my life.
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