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gym·nast

gymnast

 
pronunciation:
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part of speech: noun
definition: A gymnast is a person who has had training in gymnastics. Gymnastics are certain kinds of exercises that people do in a gym, often with special equipment. People do gymnastics to make their bodies strong and to be able to perform movements that require a lot of strength, control, and balance.
Gymnasts with great skill often perform in competitions with other gymnasts. If a gymnast's performance is excellent, they might win a medal.
 
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