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gymnastics

/dʒɪmˈnæs.tɪks/

Meanings
  • The artistic and intellectual pursuit of physical agility, coordination, and balance, typically performed in gymnasiums.

    - "She is an excellent gymnast."
    - "Gymnastics involves a great deal of strength and flexibility."
    - "The Olympic Games feature some of the most prestigious gymnastics competitions in the world."

Pronunciation
  1. /dʒɪmˈnæs.tɪks/



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Rhymes
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jamboree , carnival , bonanza , gallivanting , bamboozle , chicanery , tomfoolery , hanky-panky
Homophones
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  1. gymnastics (en) : The artistic and intellectual pursuit of physical agility, coordination, and balance.

  2. gymnastics (es) : Gimnasia artística y intelectual que consiste en el desarrollo de la agilidad física, la coordinación y el equilibrio.


Variants
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gymnastic , gymnastics
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{"term"=>"artistic gymnastics", "definition"=>"A competitive sport that involves performing a series of intricate movements, sequences, and routines on various apparatus, including the floor, vault, uneven bars, and balance beam. Artistic gymnastics requires a great deal of strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and balance, as well as a strong sense of rhythm, music, and artistic expression."}


Etymology
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From the Greek word 'gymnazo', meaning 'to train naked'.


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  1. acrobatics:


Culture
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Gymnastics has a rich cultural history that spans across various civilizations. It is believed to have originated in ancient Greece, where it was considered an essential component of a well-rounded education. Gymnastics continued to evolve and spread throughout various parts of the world, including China, Russia, and the United States. Today, gymnastics continues to be a popular and beloved sport, with millions of people around the world participating in and enjoying the many benefits and joys that gymnastics has to offer.

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