trampoline

[ tram-puh-leen, tram-puh-leen, -lin ]

noun

1. a sheet, usually of canvas, attached by resilient cords or springs to a horizontal frame several feet above the floor, used by acrobats and gymnasts as a springboard in tumbling.
2. Nautical. a fabric deck stretched on the braces connecting the hulls of a catamaran or trimaran, resembling a gymnastic trampoline.

trampoline

/ -ˌliːn; ˈtræmpəlɪn /

noun

1. a tough canvas sheet suspended by springs or elasticated cords from a frame, used by acrobats, gymnasts, etc

verb

1. intr to exercise on a trampoline

Derived Forms

• ˈtrampoliner, noun

Other Words From

• trampo·liner trampo·linist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of trampoline¹

1790–1800; variant of trampolin < Italian trampolino springboard, equivalent to trampol ( i ) stilts (< Germanic; trample ) + -ino -ine ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of trampoline¹

C18: via Spanish from Italian trampolino , from trampoli stilts, of Germanic origin; compare trample

Example Sentences

If you’re looking for a way to keep the whole family active in a fun, safe, and bouncy way from your own home, it might be time to add a trampoline into the mix.

From Popular-Science

While there are many types from rectangular to exercise to water models, the best trampolines are durable, have solid safety features, and most importantly, offer a great bounce.

From Popular-Science

While trampolines are synonymous with kids, they’re also great for adults too.

From Popular-Science

If they are at their home gym, they have the option of tumbling on a trampoline or landing in a soft pit or softer surfaces.

From Time

Even with a heavy pack, hiking in the Speedgoats felt like having a miniature trampoline made of memory foam under each foot.

From Outside Online

As for Mademoiselle Trampoline, her French maid, she would stare the sun itself out of countenance.

From Project Gutenberg