Lego
/ˈlɛɡoʊ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: Legos
Meaning · English
Any of several small, coloured, plastic bricks, often made by the Lego Company, that can be made to join together and be taken apart, used to construct toy buildings, vehicles, etc.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “Lego” mean?
Any of several small, coloured, plastic bricks, often made by the Lego Company, that can be made to join together and be taken apart, used to construct toy buildings, vehicles, etc.
Is “Lego” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.