Backbend
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Backbend is a noun meaning (gymnastics, dance) A move in which the performer bends backwards until the hands touch the floor or catches him/herself with the hands.
Meaning
(gymnastics, dance) A move in which the performer bends backwards until the hands touch the floor or catches him/herself with the hands.
More Meanings
- To perform such a move.
Example Sentences
The gal's backbends, the father's hoofology, the boy's fast steps and the mother's taps all won solid mitting.
Word Forms
- backbends
- back bend
- back-bend
- backbending
- backbended
- backbent
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include walkover, backstretch, backfall, kickover, back, crossback.
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