dogleg

Meanings

1. Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.
2. A configuration of stairs where a flight ascends to a half-landing before turning 180 degrees and continuing upwards.
3. A sharp bend in the fairway before reaching a hole.
4. A single intersection consisting of two opposing T-junctions in close proximity; an intersection with a staggered cross street.

1. To bend in the shape of the hind leg of a dog, especially to turn and then turn back sharply to the original direction.

Etymology

The noun is derived from dog + leg, referring to the shape of the hind leg of a dog. The verb is derived from the noun.

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