hypersplit

English

Etymology

From hyper- +‎ split.

Noun

hypersplit (plural hypersplits)

1. Any split in which the angle formed by the legs measures greater than 180 degrees. Can be done to the front with either or both legs elevated, or in a straddle split with one or both legs elevated, or with a standing leg lift.

Synonyms

• oversplit

References

• http://www.contortionhomepage.com/gloss3.html