Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

four-legged

Adjective
/ˈfɔːrˌlɛɡɪd/
Definition
Having four legs or limbs; pertaining to animals that possess four limbs used for walking or supporting the body.
Examples
  • The four-legged table was sturdy and could hold a lot of weight.
  • Many four-legged creatures roam the savannah, such as lions and elephants.
  • My dog is a friendly four-legged companion.
Meaning
A term generally used to describe quadrupeds, which are animals that have four legs.
Synonyms
  • Quadrupedal
  • Four-footed
  • Four-limbed