akimbo
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adjective or adverb \ə-ˈkim-(ˌ)bō\Definition of AKIMBO
1
: having the hand on the hip and the elbow turned outward
2
: set in a bent position <a tailor sitting with legs akimbo>
See Origin of AKIMBO
Middle English in kenebowe
First Known Use: 15th century
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