gymnast

noun

gym·​nast ˈjim-ˌnast How to pronounce gymnast (audio)
-nəst
Synonyms of gymnastnext
: 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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The constantly changing lineup means all gymnasts must be prepared for changes. Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026 Goldblum and his wife, a former Olympic gymnast, tied the knot in 2014. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026 Onstage gymnast Benson Boone, whose buzzy performances have gained viral buzz over the last year, was also shut out. Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 1 Feb. 2026 Following the show, Hakim starred as Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas in The Gabby Douglas Story and appeared in films such as Burning Sands and Chocolate City. Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026 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 10 Feb. 2026.

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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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