Noun Definition

upstart

1.Definition: a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the back and swinging the legs out and down while forcing the chest upright

Related Noun(s):kip

Category: General

2.Definition: a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

Related Noun(s):arriviste, parvenu

Category: People

3.Definition: an arrogant or presumptuous person

Category: People