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acrobatics

nounfeminine/ɐkɾuβɐˈsiɐ/medium

a·cro·ba·ci·a

Definition

A performance of extraordinary feats of balance, agility, and motor coordination, often for entertainment.
The circus show featured incredible acrobatics on the high wire.
He trained for years to master the acrobatics required for the role.
Common collocations
aerial acrobaticscircus acrobaticsperform an acrobatic stunt

Etymology

Do grego 'akrobateía', através do francês 'acrobatie'.

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