four-legged
Americanadjective
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having four legs.
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Nautical. (of a schooner) having four masts.
Etymology
Origin of four-legged
First recorded in 1655–65
Example Sentences
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For dog owners, the aging of their four-legged companions has long been seen as something to manage as the physical and cognitive impacts become apparent.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
The move applies to advanced robots - including humanoid and four-legged machines.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Our vertebral column has evolved little from our four-legged, quadrupedal tree-dwelling ancestors, where it functioned primarily as a flexible beam for smooth movement from branch to branch, while also protecting the spinal cord.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
The new study analyzes dozens of fossils to examine the evolution between fish and tetrapods, or four-legged animals.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
"Should I guess? Because I bet I know why you're calling. There's a four-legged visitor at your house, right?"
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
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