Contortionism

Origin

contortion + -ism

Full definition of contortionism

Noun

1. An acrobatic display involving the dramatic bending and flexing of the human body.
• 2009, April 3, Ben Shpigel, The Mets’ Players Are Eager to Unwrap Ballpark’s Goodies, On days at Shea Stadium last season when he did not pitch, Mike Pelfrey retreated to the clubhouse to show off his hidden talent: contortionism.