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Definition of trampolinist

trampolinist

/ˌtræm.pəˈliː.nɪst/
tram · po · lin · ist

Plural:trampolinists
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trampolinist Lexical Profile

trampolinist Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An athlete or acrobat who performs aerial routines and stunts on a trampoline, especially in competitive gymnastics.

Example

"The Olympic trampolinist executed a series of flawless triple somersaults high above the mat."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-20th century from 'trampoline' plus the agent suffix '-ist'. The root 'trampoline' derives from Spanish 'trampolín' and Italian 'trampolino' (springboard), ultimately related to Germanic roots akin to English 'tramp'.

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