swan dive
See also: swan-dive
English
Noun
swan dive (plural swan dives)
- (diving) A forward dive performed with an arched back, the legs together, starting with arms outstretched when jumping, bringing them over the head when landing.
- A similar movement out of the water.
- (figuratively) a sharp drop, sharp decline
Synonyms
- swallow dive
Translations
A dive starting with arms outstretched
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