gymnast

noun

ˈjim-ˌnast How to pronounce gymnast (audio)
Definition of gymnastnext
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one who performs feats of physical strength, balance, and agility on special apparatus the years of training required to become a champion gymnast

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Recent Examples of gymnast Even arguably the greatest gymnast to ever exist was not safe from Larry Nassar. — Ryan Morik, Fox News, 28 Feb. 2025 On Saturday, Lekki was one of only two gymnasts to improve on her preliminary score, joining Downers Grove Co-op senior Genevieve Herion, who won the state title with a 9.575. — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025 Richard hopes this uniform can give gymnasts of all ages and levels another option without having to accept point deductions. — Rebecca Cohen, NBC News, 23 Feb. 2025 Prior Lake has had at least one gymnast at state in 14 of the last 15 years. — Tom Schardin, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gymnast

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