walk like an Egyptian en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Such figures are sometimes depicted in this pose in ancient Egyptian art.
Meanings
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(humorous, qualifier:simile) To walk with one arm horizontally at the side, with arm bent at the elbow facing up, and the other arm horizontally at the side with arm bent at the elbow facing down.
“Get ready for pharaohs, pyramids and walking like an Egyptian.” He held bent arms in front and behind him. A laugh bubbled through the room as Mac walked back to his desk and found his Egypt teaching plan.
2008, Patricia S. Otto, The Gelidus Factor, page 28:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| walking like an Egyptian | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| walks like an Egyptian | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| walked like an Egyptian | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| walked like an Egyptian | Tense=Past | lexicographic |