Definition of the word legless

The word "legless" is an adjective that describes something or someone that doesn't have legs. It is derived from the Old English word "hlēgan," which means "gaze at in astonishment or reverence." However, the modern meaning of "legless" comes from the Middle English word "leg(ge)," which refers to the lower limbs of a human or animal body. "Legless" can be used Figuratively to describe something that is stripped of an essential element, such as a "legless organization" that lacks leadership or direction. The usage of "legless" as a medical term is also common, denoting an individual who has lost one or both of their legs due to amputation or injury. The word "legless" was first recorded in the English language in the late 14th century.