Etymology

heavy legs

Today it means: An alleged medical condition, described as an unpleasant sensation of pain and heaviness in the lower limbs. Full definition →

French jambes lourdes
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  1. French · calque ofjambes lourdes
  2. English todayheavy legs

Calque of French jambes lourdes

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