Definition of dead-leg:
(n) :
Alternative form of dead leg (blow to the upper thigh) [A blow to the upper thigh, crushing the muscle against the bone and crushing the nerve cluster next to the quadriceps. Also, the resulting injury.]
(n) :
Alternative form of deadleg (pipe with no outflow) [A lazy or weak person.]
(n) :
Alternative form of deadleg (movement with hips and knees held stiff and straight) [A lazy or weak person.]