NYT Dictionary

DOGLEG

/ˈdɔɡˌlɛɡ/
NounVerbDOG-legdog-leg · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

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.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

staggered crossroadsstaggered junctionaberrationangleapexbendbiasbifurcationbightcant

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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