legged

adjective

leg·​ged ˈle-gəd 

also ˈlā-

British usually

ˈlegd 

: having a leg or legs especially of a specified kind or number

—often used in combination

a four-legged animal

Examples of legged in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are even chances for four-legged friends to hop on a paddleboard or take a ride on a charter boat. —Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026

Experts point out that its earlier Go series succeeded by delivering capable legged robots at prices far below competing platforms, attracting a broad developer base and fostering an ecosystem around its SDK and control stack. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026

Emery’s eminence in Europe has been predicated on managing two-legged contests, knowing that the pace and rhythm is different. —Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 1 May 2026

This adidas Argentina Pet Jersey is designed for four-legged fans who want to get in on the football action. —Tanya Edwards, USA Today, 1 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing legged

• black-legged tick
• cross-legged
• red-legged grasshopper
• rough-legged buzzard
• rough-legged hawk
• spindle-legged
• three-legged
• three-legged race
• yellow-legged hornet

Kids Definition

legged

adjective

ˈleg-əd, 

ˈlegd

: having legs especially of a certain kind or number

four-legged

Medical Definition

legged

adjective

leg·​ged

ˈleg-əd, ˈlāg-, British usually ˈlegd

: having a leg or legs especially of a specified kind or number

—often used in combination

a four-legged animal