Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wooden-leg
Noun
/ˈwʊdən lɛg/
Definition
A leg made of wood, commonly used as a prosthetic by individuals who have lost a leg.
Examples
- After the accident, he had to adapt to life with a wooden leg.
- The pirate was famous for his wooden leg, a symbol of his adventurous life at sea.
Meaning
The term refers to an artificial leg that is crafted from wood, often associated with the idea of old-fashioned prosthetics, particularly in historical contexts.
Synonyms
- prosthetic leg
- artificial leg
- peg leg
