Akimbo

Pronunciation:/əˈkɪm.boʊ/
ENZH

Quick Translations

  • 弯曲的
  • 交叉的
  • 双臂叉开地

Definitions

adjective

Definition

With hands on the hips and elbows turned outward.

In ZH

双手放在臀部,肘部向外张开。

Examples

  • She stood with her arms akimbo, looking defiantly at the crowd.
  • The statue depicted a warrior with his arms akimbo, showcasing strength and confidence.
  • He often gestures with his arms akimbo when he is explaining something passionately.
  • The teacher placed her hands akimbo as she addressed the noisy classroom.
  • Feeling empowered, she walked into the meeting with her arms akimbo.