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take-off and early part of the bar clearance [1 record]

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Record 1 2007-02-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Special-Language Phraseology
  • Track and Field
OBS

Addressing the bar. As the jumper approaches the takeoff spot, he gathers or settles down in preparation for an explosive spring.

OBS

The term "addressing the bar" is not often used. The phases of the jump most commonly described are: the approach, takeoff, bar clearance, and landing.

OBS

High jump and pole vault.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Phraséologie des langues de spécialité
  • Athlétisme
CONT

L'attaque de la barre dure jusqu'à ce que le sauteur qui a lancé sa jambe libre ait celle-ci engagée au-dessus de la latte.

OBS

Saut en hauteur et à la perche.

Spanish

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