Leg Definition & Meaning

leg
noun
  1. a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle
  2. a structure in animals that is similar to a human leg and used for locomotion
  3. one of the supports for a piece of furniture
  4. a part of a forked or branching shape; "he broke off one of the branches"
  5. the limb of an animal used for food
  6. a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg
  7. a cloth covering consisting of the part of a pair of trousers that covers a person's leg
  8. (nautical) the distance traveled by a sailing vessel on a single tack
  9. a section or portion of a journey or course; "then we embarked on the second stage of our Caribbean cruise"

"Leg" in song lyrics

See how leg is used in real songs:

  • "on a peanut butter leg"
    3rd Bass — Oval Office
  • "Lay on the bed, as I massage your leg"
    50/50 Twin f/ Mista Madd — Thugg Love
  • "if you got butter on my Gucci leg"
    69 Boyz — Backseat

Words that rhyme with leg

Usage tips for "leg"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "leg" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for leg to find words that pair well.

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