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Term: Teeter-totter

Definition:

A teeter-totter is a long, narrow board balanced on a fulcrum in the middle, allowing two people to sit on opposite ends and take turns pushing off the ground to make it go up and down.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Noun:

1.1 - A playground equipment consisting of a long, narrow board balanced on a fulcrum, used by children for recreation.

1.2 - A balancing apparatus used in physical therapy to improve stability and strengthen muscles.

Sample Sentences:

1.1 - The children lined up at the teeter-totter, eager to take turns enjoying the rhythmic movement.

1.2 - After her ankle injury, Sarah underwent physical therapy and practiced maintaining her balance on a teeter-totter.

Sense 2 - Verb:

2.1 - To move or alternate up and down or back and forth like a teeter-totter.

2.2 - To balance precariously or move unsteadily.

Sample Sentences:

2.1 - The boat teeter-tottered on the choppy waves, making the passengers feel queasy.

2.2 - The stack of dishes teeter-tottered on the edge of the counter, threatening to fall.

Possible Related Products:

Teeter-Totters for Playground

Balancing Equipment for Physical Therapy