sway·backed (swā′bakt′)
adjective
having an abnormal sagging of the spine, usually as a result of strain or overwork, as some horses, etc.
Etymology: prob. < (or transl. of) Dan sveibaget or sveirygget < ON sveigja, to bend, sway + bak, back or rygg, back, ridge
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