English Explanatory Dictionary

tailorwise

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. With the legs crossed in front of one and the ankles on the ground.

Word forms

tailorwise

Etymology

From tailor + -wise, referring to the traditional working posture of tailors. Compare tailor-fashion, tailor's bunion, tailor's muscle and tailor-style.

Synonyms

criss-cross applesauce cross-legged Indian style pretzel style tailor-fashion
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