Meaning of the word "cross your legs" in English

What does "cross your legs" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cross your legs

US /krɔːs jʊr leɡz/
UK /krɒs jɔː leɡz/
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Idiom

to sit with one leg placed over the other

Example:
She sat down and elegantly crossed her legs.
It's more comfortable for me to cross my legs when I'm reading.