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bowlegs Synonyms
Another word for bowlegs
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• noun (Context 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.
Usage Example
"Pediatricians often reassure parents that mild bandy legs in toddlers usually straighten naturally as the child grows."
Strongest
bandy legs
Opposites of bowlegs
The opposite of bowlegs shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
knock-knees
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bowlegs. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bowlegs