legroom

noun

leg·​room ˈleg-ˌrüm How to pronounce legroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m,
 also  ˈlāg-
: space in which to extend the legs while seated

Examples of legroom in a Sentence

I need a car with more legroom. airplane seats that offer little legroom
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As mentioned, the rear seats of the EV offer a couple of extra inches of legroom compared to the ICE model, which my six-foot, two-inch frame appreciated. Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025 Thoughtful design details include the footrest under the desk, large space for legroom, non-slip foot pads, and ample storage shelves. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 25 May 2025 Spirit Airlines' extra legroom seats Spirit updated the way its Go Comfy fare bundle worked. Zach Wichter, USA Today, 14 May 2025 Instead, the airline will offer seat assignments and sell extra legroom seats for an additional fee. Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for legroom

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of legroom was in 1837

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“Legroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/legroom. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

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