Definitions

1. noun

A maneuver in which an aircraft pitches up and then back, so that the wings are horizontal to the ground.

“The pilot executed a smooth layback before landing.”

2. noun

A style of surfing or skateboarding where the rider or surfer falls backwards and rolls onto their back.

“He mastered the layback in skateboarding by the end of the summer.”

3. verb

To perform a layback in surfing or skateboarding, or to pitch an aircraft up and then back.

“To successfully land a trick, she had to layback perfectly on her skateboard.”

4. verb

To lean back or recline in a relaxed position.

“After a long day, she decided to layback on the couch and watch a movie.”