akimbo

/ʌkˈɪmboʊ/

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Definitions

Adjective Satellite
(used of arms and legs) bent outward with the joint away from the body; "a tailor sitting with legs akimbo"; "stood with arms akimbo"
Adverb
with hands on hips and elbows extending outward; "she stood there akimbo"