dogleg

English

/ˈdɒɡlɛɡ/, /ˈdɔːɡlɛɡ/

verb
Definitions
  • (intransitive) To bend in the shape of the hind leg of a dog, especially to turn and then turn back in original direction, such as down, right, down.

Etymology

Compound from English dog + English leg (verb, noun, single game match played in a tournament).

Origin

English

leg

Gloss

verb, noun, single game match played in a tournament

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