fighting stance
nounUK /ˈfaɪ.tɪŋ stæns/
US /ˈfaɪ.tɪŋ stæns/
A way of standing with your hands up and feet ready, like a fighter does.
The boxer got into a fighting stance before the bell rang.
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2. A firm and determined attitude when facing a problem or argument.
She took a fighting stance against the new rules at school.
3. A character's ready pose in a video game or cartoon.
Press the button to make the hero switch to a fighting stance.
4. The way a soldier or athlete stands when preparing to move quickly.
The coach showed the team the correct fighting stance for the drill.