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trampoline

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˌtɹæmpəˈɫin// UK //tɹˈæmpəlˌiːn// tram·po·line

n. a piece of equipment with a strong fabric sheet held by springs in a metal frame. You use it to jump high into the air for fun or exercise.

n. a device consisting of a resilient sheet of fabric stretched over a metal frame by means of coiled springs. Used for acrobatic or recreational jumping.


SIMPLE

The children spent the whole afternoon jumping on the trampoline.

CONTEXTUAL

We decided to buy a trampoline for the backyard to encourage the kids to play outside more often.

COMPLEX

Professional gymnasts utilize the trampoline to practice complex aerial maneuvers, relying on the high-tension springs to provide the necessary vertical lift for multiple rotations.

Origin

From Spanish trampolín and/or Italian trampolino; in English, a genericized trademark based on the Spanish word trademarked in 1936, but attested since 1798.

Usage

Often used with the verb 'jump' or 'bounce'.

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