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General Slang
leggie
LEG-ee · noun · slang
Australian slang for the leash/leg-rope.
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A leg-rope or leash connecting the surfer's ankle to the tail of the board.
“Grab a spare leggie, mine's frayed right through.”
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leggie In A Sentence
Grab a spare leggie, mine's frayed right through.
Origin & Usage
Australian surf slang, a diminutive of 'leg-rope'.
People Also Ask
What is a 'leggie' in surfing?
It's Australian slang for the leash or leg-rope — the cord that connects a surfer's ankle to the tail of the board so it doesn't wash away after a wipeout.
Where is 'leggie' used?
It's chiefly Australian surf slang, a diminutive of 'leg-rope'. Elsewhere surfers more often say 'leash'.
Why is a leggie important?
It keeps your board attached after a fall, so it doesn't hit other surfers or wash to shore, making it a key safety item.
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