gymnast

noun

gym·​nast ˈjim-ˌnast How to pronounce gymnast (audio)
-nəst
: a person trained in gymnastics

Examples of gymnast in a Sentence

the years of training required to become a champion gymnast
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Word History

Etymology

Middle French gymnaste, from Greek gymnastēs trainer, from gymnazein

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gymnast was in 1594

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Cite this Entry

“Gymnast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gymnast. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

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gymnast

noun
gym·​nast ˈjim-ˌnast How to pronounce gymnast (audio)
-nəst
: a person who is skilled in gymnastics

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