gymnast

noun

gym·​nast ˈjim-ˌnast 

-nəst

: a person trained in gymnastics

Synonyms of gymnast

• turner
• exerciser

Examples of gymnast in a Sentence

the years of training required to become a champion gymnast

Recent Examples on the Web

Later that month, GAGE Center lost its USA Gymnastics affiliation, forcing many competitive gymnasts there to find new places to train. — Pj Green september 11, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026

Ross started her athletic career as a gymnast for a decade but an injury derailed that career. — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

The 23-time All-American won her second and third individual NCAA titles, on bars last year and floor this year, and won the AAI Award, which goes to the top senior gymnast in the nation. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Key returning gymnasts for UCLA next season are sophomore Ashlee Sullivan and Tiana Sumanasekera. — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle French gymnaste, from Greek gymnastēs trainer, from gymnazein

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

gymnast

noun

gym·​nast ˈjim-ˌnast 

-nəst

: a person who is skilled in gymnastics