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Kipping

/ˈkɪp.ɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A technique in gymnastics and fitness where momentum is used to perform a pull-up.

    "The athlete demonstrated kipping pull-ups during the workout session."
  2. 2

    A style of performing pull-ups that involves swinging the body to gain upward momentum.

    "Kipping is often used in CrossFit competitions to increase the number of pull-ups completed."

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The term 'kipping' originates from the early 20th century, derived from the verb 'kip', which means to sleep or doze. The evolution of its meaning has shifted towards a specific technique used in gymnastics and fitness, particularly in CrossFit, where it refers to a method of using momentum to perform pull-ups.

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