planking

/ˈplæŋkɪŋ/
noun
  1. A physical exercise in which a person holds a straight, rigid position like a plank, supporting the body on the forearms and toes.
    • She does planking every morning to strengthen her core.
    • The trainer showed us the correct form for planking.
    • Planking is great for building abdominal muscles.
  2. A fad or activity in which a person lies face down in a stiff, straight position in an unusual or public place, often photographed.
    • He tried planking on top of a mailbox for a funny picture.
    • Teenagers were planking on park benches and posting photos online.
    • The planking trend became popular on social media a few years ago.
  3. Planks collectively, especially as a building material or surface.
    • The ship's deck was built from thick wooden planking.
    • They replaced the rotten planking on the porch.
    • The old barn was made of sturdy oak planking.
verb
  1. Present participle of plank: to lie or place in a stiff, straight position.
    • She is planking right now to improve her balance.
    • The kids were planking on the grass for a silly photo.
    • He was planking on the floor during the workout.