What does handstand mean?
Handstand means (gymnastics) The act of standing on one's hands, most often in an inverted way..
Handstand
/ˈhændˌstænd/ · noun
Meaning
(gymnastics) The act of standing on one's hands, most often in an inverted way..
Definitions by Sense
- (gymnastics) The act of standing on one's hands, most often in an inverted way.
- The position of standing on one's hands.
- (gymnastics) Synonym of headstand.
- (intransitive) To perform a handstand.
Example Sentences
My student Jon for example is a juggler, wanting to add another string to his circus bow, he decided to learn to handstand; not wanting to ruin his wrists, he sought out some professional help in learning to handstand.
Synonyms for handstand
Antonyms for handstand
Related Words
Word Forms
- handstands
- handstanding
- handstood
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for handstand?
Common synonyms include headstand.
What is the opposite of handstand?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use handstand in a sentence?
My student Jon for example is a juggler, wanting to add another string to his circus bow, he decided to learn to handstand; not wanting to ruin his wrists, he sought out some professional help in learning to handstand.
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