rolling the windows

English

Etymology

From the circular motion of the lever mechanism on car side windows.

Pronunciation
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Noun

rolling the windows (uncountable)

  1. (freestyle skiing slang) windmill-like flailing of one's arms in a circular motion to maintain balance while in the air after a jump

Hyponyms
  • rolling the windows up (clockwise)
  • rolling the windows down (counterclockwise)
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