posturist

/ˈpɑstʃərɪst/
noun
  1. A person who adopts a particular posture or attitude, often for effect or to impress others.
    • In the yoga class, the instructor warned against being a posturist and focusing only on the pose's look.
    • The politician was dismissed as a posturist who cared more about appearances than policy.
    • He's a bit of a posturist at parties, always striking a dramatic pose for photos.
  2. A person who studies or is skilled in posture, especially in dance, theater, or physical training.
    • The physical therapist worked as a posturist, teaching patients how to stand and sit correctly.
    • The ballet company hired a posturist to help dancers improve their alignment.
    • As a posturist, she could spot a slouch from across the room.
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