knee bend

noun

1. a physical exercise in which a person starts from an erect position, moves to a squatting position, and returns to the original position without using the hands to support the body.

Word History and Origins

Origin of knee bend¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

From the circular arm movements to the deep knee bend, Brown has the form and grace of a true Cat Daddy pro.

From The Daily Beast

The mistake you are most likely to make is that of letting the left knee bend as you begin to come round.

From Project Gutenberg

In real, personal holiness, Father MacDonald possessed the only power that makes the knee bend.

From Project Gutenberg