Definition

Bent or crooked in shape, resembling the hind leg of a dog.

Example

The path took a dogleg turn, making it difficult to see what was ahead.

Conversation

Did you see that golf hole with the dogleg to the left?

Yeah, it looked tricky to navigate around!

I always struggle with dogleg holes when I play.

Same here! They really test your accuracy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make a sharp turn or bend in a path or direction.

Example

The road doglegs sharply around the corner.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how the road doglegs just after the bridge?

Yeah, I almost missed the turn because of that!

I know, right? It's such a sharp bend.

Definition

A sharp turn or bend, often used to describe a road or a golf hole that changes direction suddenly.

Example

The road had a dogleg that made it tricky to navigate.

Conversation

Did you see that golf course with the tricky dogleg hole?

Yeah, I tried to play it last weekend, but it was tough!

I know, right? I always struggle with those sharp turns.

Root Explanation

Dogleg → The word is formed from "dog" (from Old English *docga*, meaning a powerful breed of dog) and "leg" (from Old English *lǣg*, meaning leg or limb). The term "dogleg" refers to a sharp bend or turn, resembling the shape of a dog's leg.

Memory Tip

Think of a dog's leg making a sharp turn — that's why a dogleg describes a bend or turn in a path.

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