gymnast

gym·nast

noun \ˈjim-ˌnast, -nəst\

Definition of GYMNAST

: a person trained in gymnastics

Examples of GYMNAST

1. <the years of training required to become a champion gymnast>

Origin of GYMNAST

Middle French gymnaste, from Greek gymnastēs trainer, from gymnazein

First Known Use: 1594

Related to GYMNAST

Synonyms: acrobat, turner

Related Words: exerciser, tumbler; contortionist, equilibrist; aerialist, ropedancer, ropewalker, trampoliner, trampolinist, trapeze artist, trapezist

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Rhymes with GYMNAST

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