1. a representation of an eagle with outspread wings: used as an emblem of the U.S.
2. an acrobatic figure in skating performed by making a glide with the skates touching heel-to-heel in a straight line and with the arms outstretched.
3. an acrobatic stunt in ski jumping executed with the legs and arms widely outstretched to the sides.
[ 1560-70 ]