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gymnast

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈdʒɪmnəst// UK //dʒˈɪmnɑːst// gym·nast

n. a person who performs physical exercises that require great strength, balance, and control. You often see them competing in events like the Olympics using bars, beams, or mats.

n. a person trained in gymnastics, performing physical feats requiring exceptional agility, coordination, and muscular strength. Refers to participants in both artistic and rhythmic disciplines.


SIMPLE

The gymnast performed a perfect flip on the balance beam.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of training, the young gymnast finally qualified for the national championships.

COMPLEX

The gymnast's routine was a masterclass in precision, blending explosive power during the vault with delicate control during the floor exercise.

Origin

Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek γυμναστής (gumnastḗs, “trainer of athletes”), from γυμνάζω (gumnázō, “I train naked, exercise”), from γυμνός (gumnós, “naked”).

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