Burpee

//ˈbəɹpi// name, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A physical exercise performed by bending over, performing a squat thrust, returning to a standing position, and jumping once.
Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A surname.

Etymology

Named after American physiologist Royal Huddleston Burpee.

Related phrases

squat thrust

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