Christ Air
n.— «Two years ago, hobbling because of a broken ankle, Way defended his medal with another 360 across the 70-foot gap, followed 20 feet above the quarterpipe wall by what is called a “Christ Air,” with his skateboard held in an outstretched arm, then placed beneath his feet before landing.» —“Way appears headed for a temporary off-ramp” by Pete Thomas Los Angeles Times July 14, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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