Meaning of Dogleg | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.
   also, attributive
2. A configuration of stairs where a flight ascends to a half-landing before turning 180 degrees and continuing upwards.
   also, attributive
3. A sharp bend in the fairway before reaching a hole.
   also, attributive
4. A single intersection consisting of two opposing T-junctions in close proximity; an intersection with a staggered cross street.
   US, also, attributive

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Examples

“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.”

“McCormack had been stalking its corridors for months, turning down its dog-legs and dead ends, doubling back on himself.”

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