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handspring

 

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Noun handspring has 1 sense
  1. handspring - an acrobatic feat in which a person goes from a standing position to a handstand and back again
    --1 is a kind of
    acrobatic stunt, acrobatic feat

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Definition

hand·spring

noun

1. a gymnastic feat in which a person leaps forward or backward from a standing position, placing the hands on the ground and then pushing off with the feet to complete a somersault in midair.

Example: She executed a flawless handspring during her gymnastics routine.

noun

2. a movement in which a person jumps forward onto their hands and brings their legs over their head, often used in martial arts and acrobatics.

Example: He performed a handspring as part of his impressive martial arts routine.

noun

3. a handheld computer device, similar to a personal digital assistant (PDA), known for its swivel design that incorporates a flip-open cover and a keyboard.

Example: The handspring handheld device was highly popular in the early 2000s, especially for business professionals.

verb

1. to perform a handspring or a series of handsprings.

Example: The gymnast carefully handsprung across the mat, displaying her exceptional skills.

verb

2. to propel oneself energetically or forcefully.

Example: He handsprung out of bed when he realized he was running late for work.

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