backbend

/ˈbækˌbɛnd/
noun
  1. A gymnastic or acrobatic move in which a person bends backward from a standing or kneeling position until the hands touch the floor, forming an arch with the body.
    • The gymnast performed a perfect backbend during the routine.
    • Learning to do a backbend requires a strong back and good balance.
    • She practiced her backbend every day to improve her flexibility.
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