bow legs
/ (bəʊ) /
pl n
a condition in which the legs curve outwards like a bow between the ankle and the thigh: Also called: bandy legs
Derived forms of bow legs
- bow-legged (bəʊˈlɛɡɪd, bəʊˈlɛɡd), adjective
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How to use bow legs in a sentence
"Ye've a better pull than any white-liver of 'em, from Tom's to Barnegat," gasped Bowlegs, struggling against the surf.
At eight oclock to-night a cock-eyed Dutchman, with bowlegs, will call for you.
Droll Stories of Isthmian Life | Evelyn SaxtonA fat little hand slapped the said shoulder, and "Hillo, Bowlegs!"
Billy Bowlegs, the smallest boy in the party, was especially furious.
Captain Sam | George Cary EgglestonThen he waked Billy Bowlegs, and, surrendering the paddle to him, went to sleep.
Captain Sam | George Cary Eggleston
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