gymnast

[jim-nast, -nuhst]

noun

1. a person trained and skilled in gymnastics.

gymnast

/ ˈdʒɪmnæst /

noun

1. a person who is skilled or trained in gymnastics

Other Word Forms

• nongymnast noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of gymnast¹

1585–95; < Greek gymnastḗs the trainer of the athletes, equivalent to gymnáz ( ein ) ( gymnasium ¹ ) + -tēs agent suffix

Example Sentences

The 32-year-old, who is the most successful British gymnast in history, had initially announced that the 2024 Paris Games would be his last.

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We watch some of the nearby crowd form a human pyramid on top of a Spinosaurus, with unfettered teamwork that would’ve made even the best gymnasts jealous.

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Biles and Owens will also have to spend time moving into their new abode in Texas, having spent the past few years living in a nearby property in Spring, which the gymnast bought in 2020.

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"This decision undermines the very foundations of sport and fair competition, and it delivers a severe blow to the morale of the gymnasts and staff who have worked tirelessly for this moment."

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The changes have paid dividends, with the former gymnast enjoying his most successful season to date.

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