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contortion

con·tor·tion [ kən táwrsh'n ] (plural con·tor·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. twisted shape or position: a twisting of something, especially a part of the body, out of its natural shape

2. complex maneuver: a bewilderingly complex maneuvering or manipulation of something
verbal contortions

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