Legless

/ˈlɛɡ.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Having no legs.
The legless lizard slithered smoothly across the sand.
Incapable of standing or moving effectively due to the absence of legs.
The toy figurine was legless and made it difficult for it to stand up.
Used to describe something that is cut off or missing legs, such as furniture.
The old table became legless after it collapsed under the weight.

Etymology

From the combination of 'leg' + the suffix '-less', indicating the absence of legs.

Common Phrases and Expressions

legless in life
Referring to someone who is unable to function normally due to a lack of mobility or support.

Related Words

limbless
Having none of the limbs; having no arms or legs.
hopeless
Having no hope; despairing.

Slang Meanings

Extremely drunk or incapacitated.
After those shots, he was totally legless.
Unable to stand or walk due to intoxication.
She got legless at the party and needed help getting home.