scissor kick

The term "scissor kick" is used across various sports to describe a movement where the legs mimic the action of scissors opening and closing.

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Definition

B2Swimming

(technical)A leg movement in sidestrokes where the legs move in opposite directions and snap together.

Example

  • The swimmer used a scissor kick to maintain a steady pace in the water.

B2Soccer

(technical)A type of kick where a player jumps and strikes the ball with one leg while the other leg moves in the opposite direction.

Example

  • He scored an amazing goal with a scissor kick.

C1Martial Arts

(technical)A kick where one leg swings in a circular motion while the other leg remains stationary.

Example

  • The fighter executed a perfect scissor kick during the match.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "scissor kick":

bicycle kickdrop kickrolling scissorskick overfree kickflat scissorskick itpenalty kickleg sweep