1)

An idiom referring to any maneuver which manipulates weight without moving the feet.

2)

To move from one place to another. To reposition.

Inflected Form(s):

Shifting (adjective), Shifts (plural), Shifted (past tense)

Comments:

1)

Shifting most typically refers to the transfer of weight between feet (horizontally) within a stance. This is most typically done without technically changing stance or without moving the feet.

Shifting can also refer to vertical adjustment of weight - as in settling.

2)

This generic, layman's term that can encompass any form a travel.

Example(s):

1)

Moving the lower body out of the way to avoid a low knife attack would require shifting.

2)

Moving a cover from one location to another could be referred to as shifting its location.

Synonym(s):

1)

Settle

2)

Move

Opposite(s):

Stable, Stick

Related Definition(s):

1)

Basic, Maneuver Method, Travel

2)

Motion

Related Term(s):

1)

Angle of Balance, Body Maneuver, Center of Gravity, Counter Balance,

2)

Body Mechanics, Postural Position, Prolonged Exposure, Weapon Alignment