Swordsmanship, Boxing, etc. A posture of defence; hence, the weapons or arms in such a posture. at open guard: in a position which leaves the…

In Golf and other games: The position of the player's feet in playing a stroke. Also transferred, the position of the player's body in readiness or…

A dive in which the diver doubles up in mid-air by bending at the waist while keeping the legs straight and feet pointed, and then straightens…

in diving, gymnastics, etc., a position in which the thighs are pulled close to the chest, the knees bent, and the hands clasped round the shins.

In various sports, the movement or position of leaning backwards or lying on one's back.

In diving, gymnastics, etc., (the adoption of) a tuck position (see tuck position n. at compounds). Also, in downhill skiing, a squatting position…

In Diving, Gymnastics, etc.: drawn up into the tuck position (see tuck, n.1 compounds); (performed) with the body in this position. Frequently as…