legroom

American  

[leg-room, -room] / ˈlɛgˌrum, -ˌrʊm /

noun

1. space sufficient for keeping one's legs in a comfortable position, as in an automobile.

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legroom British  

/ ˈlɛɡˌruːm /

noun

1. room to move one's legs comfortably, as in a car

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Etymology

Origin of legroom

First recorded in 1925–30; leg + room

Example Sentences

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legroom

The couple scored tickets with extra legroom and free snacks for $188 each with premium operator C&J Bus Lines.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026

She has a service dog and was able to book first-class tickets — a significantly more modest experience than most major airlines’ premium cabins — to have some more legroom for a reasonable cost.

From MarketWatch ● May 6, 2026

Of course you snicker — her character hasn’t gone past the first-class curtain since everyone onboard got served a hot meal and plenty of legroom.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026

Changes such as upgrades for extra legroom and checked bag fees could usher in more earnings growth than the company has anticipated, the firm argued.

From Barron's ● Feb. 17, 2026

The kitchen is roomy enough to accommodate four people eating or give a customer plenty legroom while Violet does her hair.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison