Sitzriese

German (Berlin)

/ˈzɪtsˌʁiːzə/

noun
Definitions
  • A person who appears much taller when they are sitting than when they stand, e.g. because of their being long-waisted or their individual sitting posture.

Etymology

Compound from German sitzen (sit, seat) + German Riese (giant).

Origin

German (Berlin)

Riese

Gloss

giant

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