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Definition of bowlegs

bowlegs

/ˈboʊˌlɛɡz/
bow · legs
Plural:bowlegs
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Adjective:bowlegged
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bowlegs Lexical Profile

bowlegs Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A physical condition in which one or both legs curve outward at the knees so that the knees remain separated when the ankles and feet are placed together; genu varum.

Example

"Pediatricians often reassure parents that mild bowlegs in toddlers usually straighten naturally as the child grows."

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• Nearby Words

bowknot
bowl
bowlegged
bowlegs
bowler
bowlful
bowling

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bowlegs. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bowlegs
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