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gymnast

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Noun — A person who competes in or performs gymnastics.

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Etymology

From Greek gymnastes ("trainer of athletes"), rooted in gymnos ("naked").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gymnast” mean?

The word “gymnast” means a person who competes in or performs gymnastics. In plain terms, an athlete who performs gymnastics.

How do you pronounce “gymnast”?

“Gymnast” is pronounced JIHM-nast (/ˈd͡ʒɪm.næst/ in IPA).

How do you use “gymnast” in a sentence?

Here is “gymnast” used in a sentence: “The gymnast stuck a perfect landing on the vault.”

What part of speech is “gymnast”?

“Gymnast” is a noun.

Where does the word “gymnast” come from?

The word “gymnast” comes from Greek. From Greek gymnastes ("trainer of athletes"), rooted in gymnos ("naked").

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