trampoline
noun
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.
trampolinist
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a word derived from
trampoline.
Example Sentences
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He was a trampolinist as well as a swimmer and a Junior Olympic and Western states diving champion.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 27, 2022
A successful trampolinist in her youth, she has said that sport taught her “the courage to keep pushing my limits, try new things.”
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2021
American trampolinist Nicole Ahsinger was a 12-year-old prodigy in southern California when she developed a case of what she calls “the flippies.”
From Washington Times ● Jul. 30, 2021
European junior champions Frank Baines and Nile Wilson are two leading lights on the men's side while Youth Olympic trampolinist Nathan Bailey is hoping to star at 2016.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2012
Question of the day: how many times over the course of his career will a top-level trampolinist have to hear Jump by Van Halen?
From The Guardian ● Aug. 3, 2012
