gymnastics

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Various activities in gymnastics

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[edit] Etymology

From Ancient Greek γυμνασία (gumnasia, athletic training, exercise), from γυμνός (naked), because Greek athletes were training naked.

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  • (UK, US) IPA: /dʒɪmˈnæs.tɪks/

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gymnastics (plural gymnastics)

  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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