English Explanatory Dictionary

semisupine

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Positioned so that the upper body is tilted (at 45° or variations) and not horizontal.
  2. Positioned lying on one's back with the knees bent upward while the soles of the feet and the upper body remain in contact with a horizontal surface.

Word forms

semisupine

Etymology

From semi- + supine.

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