ANTICS

noun

1. A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.
2. A caricature.
3. (often in plural) A ludicrous gesture or act; ridiculous behaviour; caper.

verb

1. To perform antics, caper.
2. To make a fool of, to cause to look ridiculous.
3. To perform (an action) as an antic; to mimic ridiculously.

noun

1. A pose, often exaggerated, in anticipation of an action; for example, a brief squat before jumping