half lotus position
Abbreviation of 半跏趺坐 (はんかふざ). A meditation posture where one foot rests on the opposite thigh, while the other leg is folded beneath. Used in Buddhist contexts.
See also: 半跏趺坐
Beginners are often advised to sit in the half lotus position first.
Meditate in the half lotus posture.
Abbreviation of 半跏趺坐 (はんかふざ), from Middle Chinese elements meaning 'half' (半) and 'cross-legged sitting' (跏趺坐).