leggy

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Meaning · English

Exposing the bare or pantyhose-clad legs, especially the thighs.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Pam looked leggy today because she was wearing a miniskirt.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “leggy” mean?

Exposing the bare or pantyhose-clad legs, especially the thighs.

Is “leggy” formal or informal?

leggy is generally slang.