gym·nas·tics
gymnastics
- pronunciation:
- jIm
nae
stihks
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a sport based on physical exercises that require great strength and balance. The exercises are often done on a mat and with special equipment such as bars and ropes.
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| related words: |
exercise |
Gymnastics is from an ancient Greek word that means "to train or exercise naked."