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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For those who are still tracked to compete in their sports after graduation, like 21-year-old Khoi Young, a gymnast at Stanford University, social media will only help launch and expand their personal brands as pro athletes. Tanya Chen, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024 The glamorous ensemble was the latest in a long line of style moments for the gymnast, whose unique leotards were the talk of Paris over the summer. Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024 Simone Biles Seven-time gold medal gymnast Simone Biles and her younger sister, Adria, were adopted by their maternal grandparents in 2001. Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 4 Nov. 2024 In gymnastics, for example, 3D cameras and AI have been used to provide very specific information back to gymnasts and their coaches on routines. George Murgatroyd, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for gymnast 

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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“Gymnast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gymnast. Accessed 9 Dec. 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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