posture

¹pos·ture

noun \ˈpäs-chər\

Definition of POSTURE

1

a : the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose <erect posture> b : the pose of a model or artistic figure

2

: state or condition at a given time especially with respect to capability in particular circumstances <maintain a competitive posture in the market>

3

: a conscious mental or outward behavioral attitude

Examples of POSTURE

1. Human beings have an upright posture.
2. <a good upright posture will prevent backaches>

Origin of POSTURE

Middle French, from Italian postura, from Latin positura, from positus, past participle of ponere to place — more at position

First Known Use: circa 1586

Related to POSTURE

Synonyms: attitude, carriage, poise, stance, station

Related Words: attention; body language; pose, seat; bearing, behavior, conduct, demeanor, deportment; air, poise, presence; aspect, look, mien

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