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noun
A forward dive performed with an arched back, the legs together, starting with arms outstretched when jumping, bringing them over the head when landing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: diving, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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noun
A similar movement out of the water.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A sharp drop or steep decline.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: figuratively
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noun
a dive in which the diver arches the back with arms outstretched before entering the water
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: swallow dive
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Broader terms: dive, diving
History
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Across languages
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