bow legs
Definition
Noun: - A condition in which the legs curve outward at the knees, causing the ankles to be close together while the knees are apart. This is a physical deformity or alignment, often seen in young children but can persist into adulthood. It is also known medically as genu varum.
Usage
- The term "bow legs" is used as a plural noun to describe the physical appearance or condition.
- It is typically used in medical, descriptive, or informal contexts.
Examples
- The toddler's bow legs are a normal part of development and should straighten out in a few years.
- Years of horseback riding contributed to his slightly bow legs.
- The doctor diagnosed the condition as nutritional rickets, which caused the child's severe bow legs.
Advanced Usage
- "To be bow-legged" (adjective): This is a common adjectival form describing a person who has bow legs.
- The old sailor was bow-legged from a lifetime spent on ships.
Variants and Related Words
- Bow-legged (adj): Having legs that curve outward at the knees.
- Genu varum (n): The formal medical term for bow legs.
Synonyms
- Bandy legs (chiefly British English)
Antonyms
- Knock-knees (): A condition where the knees angle inward and touch each other while the ankles are apart.
Noun
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outward curvature of the legs
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