headstand

English

noun
Definitions
  • The act of standing on one's head.
  • The position of standing on one's head.

Etymology

Compound from English head (-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast) + English stand (an object which supports things).

Origin

English

stand

Gloss

an object which supports things

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