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ACROBAT
acrobat
(noun) an athlete who performs acts requiring skill and agility and coordination
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
acrobat (plural acrobats)
An athlete who performs acts requiring skill, agility and coordination.
Anagrams
• CATOBAR, abactor
Source: Wiktionary
Ac"ro*bat, n. Etym: [F. acrobate, fr. Gr.
Definition: One who practices rope dancing, high vaulting, or other daring gymnastic feats.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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