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Webster 1913 Edition


gymnastics

gym-nas′tics

(jĭm-năs′tĭks)
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Noun.
1.
Athletic or disciplinary exercises; the art of performing gymnastic exercises.
2.
Disciplinary exercises for the intellect or character.

Webster 1828 Edition


Gymnastics

GYMNASTICS

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Noun.
The gymnastic art; the art of performing athletic exercises.

Definition 2024


gymnastics

gymnastics

English

Various activities in gymnastics

Noun

gymnastics (uncountable)

  1. A sport involving the performance of sequences of movements requiring physical strength, flexibility, and kinesthetic awareness.
    Gymnastics was a significant part of the physical education curriculum.
  2. Complex intellectual or artistic exercises or feats of physical agility.
    His mental gymnastics are legendary.

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