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head⋅stand

[hed-stand] noun, verb, -stood, -standing.
–noun
1. an act or instance of supporting the body in a vertical position by balancing on the head, usually with the aid of the hands.
–verb (used without object)
2. to perform a headstand.
Compare handstand.


Origin:
1930–35; head + stand
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head·stand   (hěd'stānd')   
n.  A position, as in gymnastics or yoga, in which one supports oneself vertically on one's head with the hands braced for support on the floor or on a mat.
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