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posture

1 of 2noun
/ˈpɑstʃər/
Forms:postures
1

the state or condition of a person's physical alignment, balance, and coordination

  • Years of desk work affected his posture and spinal health.
  • Physical therapy improved her posture after the injury.
  • Poor posture can lead to chronic back pain.
  • Gymnastics training develops strong posture and core stability.
  • His posture showed the benefits of disciplined exercise.
2

the position that one's body is in, while sitting or standing

  • She entered the room with a proud, upright posture.
  • His slouched posture revealed his exhaustion.
  • The model's elegant posture captivated the audience.
  • Soldiers held a rigid posture during inspection.
  • His casual posture suggested he was at ease.
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3

the capability in personnel and equipment affecting readiness for war

  • The nation improved its defense posture.
  • Military posture determines strategic options.
  • The report assessed the army's posture.
  • Naval posture was strengthened in the region.
  • Air force posture includes rapid deployment ability.
4

a rationalized mental attitude or stance toward something

  • His posture toward risk was cautious.
  • The company's posture on innovation is aggressive.
  • Her posture toward change was open‑minded.
  • Political posture can shift with public opinion.
  • The posture of the group was cooperative.
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