dogleg

noun

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Pronunciation: /ˈdɒɡlɛɡ/ / /ˈdɔɡˌlɛɡ/

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.

Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.
Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.
A single intersection consisting of two opposing T-junctions in close proximity; an intersection with a staggered cross street.
“The Q Street crossing of Wisconsin Avenue is an extreme example of such a location, the dog-leg itself being so long, about 150 feet, that in reality two T intersections exist.”
“At 4th Avenue and Korean Veterans Boulevard, the completion of Gateway Boulevard would correct the existing dog-leg intersection with Franklin Street.”

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.

To bend in the shape of the hind leg of a dog, especially to turn and then turn back sharply to the original direction.
“When the causeway doglegs and all of a sudden you spot sixteen roller coasters in the same place, it can take your breath away.”