LEGO
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of LEGO
First recorded in 1955–60; abbreviation of Danish leg godt “to play well”
Example Sentences
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Our Lego sets and footie pajamas were ungendered.
From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026
In his free time, he builds Lego rockets and model rocket kits with his children.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
"I grew up with Lego. My children grew up with Lego," said Momoa, who sees the colorful pieces and their infinite possibilities as a tool for developing creativity and imagination.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The final brick has been laid on a Lego model of a cathedral ten years after the project began.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
“That’s so sweet of you. But Isabel can clean the Lego set. It’ll be good as new for Auggie, don’t worry.”
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
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