English Explanatory Dictionary

assume the position

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. Often used other than figuratively or idiomatically: to assume a given position.
  2. To turn away, with one's hands in a visible and unmovable position, so that one can be searched.
  3. Often used as an order to bend over, for example, to receive the traditional corporal punishment in a case of misbehaviour.

Pronunciation

en-au-assume the position.ogg

Word forms

assume the position assumes the position assuming the position assumed the position
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