Akimbo Definition
akimbo
- adverb
- with hands on hips and elbows extending outward; "she stood there akimbo"
- adjective
- (used of arms and legs) bent outward with the joint away from the body; "a tailor sitting with legs akimbo"; "stood with arms akimbo"
"Akimbo" in song lyrics
See how akimbo is used in real songs:
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"Came dizzy out the craft, head spinning, legs akimbo"
MC Lars — Lars Attacks! -
"price of seats for southern reps show kimberly akimbo"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with akimbo
Usage tips for "akimbo"
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