expression, ichidan verb
be unable to stand; be weak in the knees; be paralyzed with fear; be dumbfounded
Describes a state where one's legs give out, often from shock, fear, or extreme surprise. Can be literal (physical weakness) or figurative (stunned).
あまりの恐怖に腰が抜けて立てなかった。
I was so terrified that my legs gave out and I couldn't stand.
突然の知
I was so shocked by the sudden news that I felt weak in the knees.