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Definition of gymnastic

gymnastic

/dʒɪmˈnæs.tɪk/
gym · nas · tic
Adverb:gymnastically
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1

Relating to gymnastics or physical exercises designed to develop strength, balance, and agility.

Example

"The athletes performed a series of complex gymnastic routines on the uneven bars."

2

Exhibiting great mental agility, dexterity, or intricate effort.

Example

"Defending such a contradictory policy required a truly gymnastic feat of logic."

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• Rhymes for gymnastic

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gymnocalycium

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin gymnasticus, from Ancient Greek gymnastikós, derived from gymnázein ('to exercise naked') and gymnós ('naked'), because ancient Greek athletes trained and competed without clothing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gymnastic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gymnastic
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