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Definition of Doglegged
1. a. Noting a flight of stairs, consisting of two or more straight portions connected by a platform (landing) or platforms, and running in opposite directions without an intervening wellhole.
Definition of Doglegged
1. Verb. (past of dogleg) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Doglegged
1. dogleg [v] - See also: dogleg
Lexicographical Neighbors of Doglegged
Literary usage of Doglegged
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Template-Makers of the Paris Basin: Toichological Techniques for by John James (1989)
"As a result, on the north the second and third piers have been doglegged to
accommodate this setback, while on the south only the third pier has this dogleg ..."
2. The Mechanic's Companion: Or, the Elements and Practice of Carpentry by Peter Nicholson (1832)
"Of doglegged Stairs. The first thing is to take the dimensions of the stair and
height of the story, and lay down a plan and section upon a floor to the ..."
3. Ninth Day of Creationby Leonard Crane by Leonard Crane (2000)
"Ordinarily, Grayson would have doglegged the two Mark 48s off to either the right
or left before bringing them on course for the target. ..."
4. Dansk ornithologisk forenings tidsskrift by Dansk ornitologisk forening (1907)
"Most migratory routes are doglegged, and the birds cannot use the same fixed
direction during the whole season. In conclusion, a programme ..."
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