No-jump
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: No-jump is a noun meaning An attempted long jump or triple jump that is disqualified for breaking a rule.
Meaning
An attempted long jump or triple jump that is disqualified for breaking a rule.
Example Sentences
If a long jumper or triple jumper crosses the take-off board on or before take-off, it is a no-jump. Triple jumpers must 'hop, step, jump'. Other actions are a no-jump.
Unfortunately, by waiting as long as possible each time before jumping, he lost concentration and then, because of overstriding over the first part of the approach run, he made three no-jumps.
Word Forms
- no-jumps
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jump, sidejump, jumpathon, jumper, fierljeppen, scratch.
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