1. plural of handstand; gymnastic positions where one balances upside down on the hands with feet in the air

Examples

• The gymnasts practiced their handstands against the wall.
• She can hold handstands for over a minute.
• The yoga class ended with handstands and headstands.
• Children love doing handstands in the pool.
• His handstands have improved since he started training.
• The acrobat performed several handstands during the show.