handstand

/ˈhændstænd/

Definitions

1. noun

a pose in gymnastics and acrobatics where a person stands on their hands with their feet in the air

“The gymnast performed a flawless handstand during the competition.”

2. verb

to stand on one’s hands with one’s feet in the air

“She handstands in the park to get some exercise.”

Synonyms

  • acrobatic pose
  • gymnastic pose
  • invert

Antonyms

  • pose
  • position