långbasig

Långbasig is a Swedish adjective that translates to "long-legged" in English. It is typically used to describe an animal or a person with disproportionately long legs relative to their body size. The term is commonly applied to various bird species known for their elongated limbs, which aid in wading through water or navigating through tall grass. Examples include herons, storks, and cranes, which are often referred to as långbasig fåglar in Swedish. The adjective can also be used to describe mammals, such as some breeds of dogs or horses, that possess this physical characteristic. In a more figurative sense, långbasig might be used to describe someone who is tall and slender, emphasizing their long limbs. The etymology of the word is straightforward, combining "lång" meaning long and "basig" derived from "bas" meaning leg or base.