Definition

A type of jump in figure skating where the skater takes off from the back edge of one skate, spins in the air, and lands on the back edge of the other skate.

Example

She performed a perfect lutz during her routine at the competition.

Conversation

Did you see that skater land the lutz perfectly in the competition yesterday?

Yeah, it was amazing! I can’t believe how high they jumped.

I’ve always wanted to learn how to do a lutz, but it looks so difficult.

It definitely takes practice, but I bet you could master it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'lutz' originates from German, specifically referring to a type of jump in figure skating. It is named after the skater Alois Lutz, who popularized the jump. The term does not have a Latin or Greek root but is derived from a proper noun.

Memory Tip

Think of the German skater Alois Lutz who made this jump famous — that's how you remember that 'lutz' refers to a specific figure skating jump.

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