noun
lotus
A seated yoga posture with crossed legs and each foot resting on the opposite thigh.
The experienced practitioner sits in lotus on the mat.
Etymology
The posture is named after the lotus flower, with the folded legs suggesting its form. This use translates the flower-image in the traditional name of the pose.
More examples
- She eased out of lotus.
- The class discussed the lotus posture.
- He practiced a modified lotus.
Forms
lotus · lotuses
Similar words
- cross-legged
- Does not require each foot to rest on the opposite thigh.
- half lotus
- Places only one foot on the opposite thigh.