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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Being the greatest gymnast is a demanding job, requiring a level of physical, mental, and emotional commitment most people couldn’t handle. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 10 Nov. 2025 As part of her glam process, Biles turned to makeup artist Deja Blackwell, who used Danessa Myricks Beauty by Danessa Myricks products for the venerated gymnast’s makeup look. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025 As the humpback plunges back below the surface the remoras, also known as sucker fish, return to the whale, sticking their landings with the timing and precision of Olympic gymnasts. CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025 Growing up, Izzy spent 14 years as a gymnast, moving on from the sport just shy of her 17th birthday. Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025 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 15 Nov. 2025.

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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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