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Lego

A LEGO is a small, colorful, plastic building block that can be interlocked with other LEGO bricks to create virtually anything. Imagine them as tiny, super-versatile building blocks that snap together, allowing you to bring your imagination to life!

Etymology (Word Origins)

  • Name: The word “LEGO” comes from the Danish phrase “leg godt,” which means “play well.” It was coined by Ole Kirk Christiansen, the founder of the LEGO Group.
  • Date: The LEGO Group was founded in 1932, and the name “LEGO” was officially adopted in 1934.
  • Country: Denmark is the birthplace of LEGO.