GYMNASTICS

gymnastics, gymnastic exercise

(noun) a sport that involves exercises intended to display strength and balance and agility

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

gymnastics (uncountable)

A sport involving the performance of sequences of movements requiring physical strength, flexibility, and kinesthetic awareness.

Complex intellectual or artistic exercises or feats of physical agility.

Source: Wiktionary

Gym*nas"tics, n.

Definition: Athletic or disciplinary exercises; the art of performing gymnastic exercises; also, disciplinary exercises for the intellect or character.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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