Figure skating figure Crossword Clue

Today's (22 November 2019) crossword provided to us by Newsday.com and the clue is "Figure skating figure".
The right answer or rather the best answer listed below:

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The answer to the clue "Figure skating figure" being "EIGHT" may initially seem perplexing. However, upon closer examination, the connection becomes clear. In figure skating, skaters perform intricate routines that often include specific figures, or shapes, traced on the ice. The figure "eight" is a fundamental shape in figure skating as it represents the classic movement pattern where the skater forms an elongated oval by tracing two circles, one on top of the other. This figure is not only foundational but also visually appealing when executed with skill and precision, making it a significant element in figure skating performances. Therefore, the answer "EIGHT" for the clue accurately captures this essential aspect of figure skating routines.

Definition of "EIGHT"

equivalent to the product of two and four; one more than seven, or two less than ten; 8

Example :

a committee of eight members

eight of them were unemployed

eight were acquitted

 The Crossword clue "Figure skating figure" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Newsday.com	22 November 2019	EIGHT
L.A. Times Daily	9 October 2018	EIGHT