Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peglegged
Adjective
/ˈpɛɡˌlɛɡd/
Definition
Having a peg leg or resembling the style of such a leg.
Examples
- The peglegged pirate was a notorious figure in the tales of the sea.
- After his accident, he became peglegged and needed to adapt to his new way of walking.
Meaning
The term ‘peglegged’ is often used to describe someone who has lost a leg and uses a wooden leg as a replacement. It can also refer to a certain gait or movement reminiscent of someone using a peg leg.
Synonyms
- Wooden-legged
- Legless
- Artificial leg
