Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

redleg

noun

ˈrɛdˌlɛg

Definition

A term that can refer to a specific type of insect or a nickname for certain individuals, particularly in certain regional contexts.

Examples

The redlegged grasshopper is commonly found in open fields and grassy areas.
Locals sometimes refer to the fellas as ‘redlegs’ due to their distinctively bright clothing.

Meaning

In entomology, ‘redleg’ commonly refers to a cricket or other insect species characterized by red legs. In a colloquial context, it may refer to someone from a specific geographical area, often used in historical or cultural references.