A cross-legged sitting position in which the feet are resting on the thigh of the opposite leg; a meditative position in Hinduism and Buddhism, also used in yoga and sexual intercourse.

Infected by HIV.

(law) Law explicitly made, as compared to natural law, prescribed by express enactment or institution.

plural of positive law

Often used other than figuratively or idiomatically: to assume a given position.

The claim that a writer or speaker makes about a controversial issue.

plural of pole position

(business, finance) The amount of cash available to a company at a given point in time.

(philosophy, government, public policy) An essay or report which expresses a position, conclusion, or recommendation concerning a contested issue or undecided question and which usually contains arguments or reasons in support of this position.

A job that is designed to train or develop employees in preparation for further career advancement. example: management trainee