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brachiating

 

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Verb brachiate has 1 sense
  1. brachiate - swing from one hold to the next; "the monkeys brachiate"
    --1 is one way to
    swing, sway
    Derived form: noun brachiation1
    Sample sentences:
    Something ----s
    Somebody ----s

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Brachiating

Definition

Brachiating, a verb, refers to the act of moving by using the arms to swing from one branch or support to another, similar to the swinging movement of an ape.

Sense 1: Animal Behavior

Brachiating, as an animal behavior, is commonly observed in primates such as monkeys and apes. It is their natural way of locomotion.

Example Sentence: The troop of monkeys swiftly brachiated through the dense forest, effortlessly moving from one tree to another.

Sense 2: Exercise and Fitness

In the world of fitness, brachiating refers to an exercise or physical activity that mimics the swinging movement. It aims to strengthen the upper body, improve grip strength, and enhance coordination.

Example Sentence: John regularly includes brachiating exercises in his workout routine to build stronger arms and increase his agility.

Sense 3: Figurative Usage

Brachiating is also used figuratively to describe the act of swiftly moving or progressing through tasks, events, or challenges.

Example Sentence: The project team brachiated through the various stages of development and successfully completed the product ahead of schedule.

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