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bow legs

/ˈbəʊ lɛɡz/

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/ˈbəʊ lɛɡz/B2formalmedical
  • ruФизическое состояние, при котором ноги человека искривлены наружу в коленях, из-за чего при стоянии со сведёнными вместе стопами лодыжки соприкасаются, а колени остаются разведёнными.

A physical condition where a person's legs curve outward at the knees, causing the ankles to touch while the knees remain apart when standing with feet together.

  1. Physical conditionB2formal

    A condition where a person's legs curve outward at the knees, leaving a gap between the knees when the feet are together.

    ruИскривление ног

    • The child was diagnosed with bow legs and referred to a specialist.
    • Bow legs are common in infants and often correct themselves.
    • Surgery may be required for severe cases of bow legs in adults.