But, being wholly unknown to the great names of literary consequence, I shall not attempt a dedication, therefore must lose the benefit of the stilt, the bladder, and the horse-shoe.
"An History of Birmingham (1783)"
William Hutton
Then, perched up in the air on one long leg, like a stilt, he takes a nap, often for hours.
"Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks"
William Elliot Griffis
If the cautionary signal is given, all rise in the air together, and flying low, trail their long, stilt-like legs stretched far behind them.
"The Pearl of India"
Maturin M. Ballou