noun
dogleg
Dogleg (noun) means Something, such as a road or canyon, that has a sharp bend in it.
noun
1
Something, such as a road or canyon, that has a sharp bend in it.
2
A staircase design in which the steps rise to a half-landing, turn back on themselves, and continue upward.
3
A sharp turn in the fairway just before the hole.
4
A road junction made up of two T-junctions close together, facing each other.
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Etymology
The noun comes from dog and leg, referring to the shape of a dog's hind leg; the verb comes from the noun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of dogleg?
"dogleg" (noun) means something, such as a road or canyon, that has a sharp bend in it.
What are the different meanings of dogleg?
"dogleg" has 3 main meanings: 1. Something, such as a road or canyon, that has a sharp bend in it; 2. A staircase design in which the steps rise to a half-landing, turn back on themselves, and continue upward; 3. A sharp turn in the fairway just before the hole.
