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somersault

nounfeminine/kɐ̃bɐˈʎɔtɐ/medium

cam·ba·lho·ta

Definition

An acrobatic movement in which the body rolls over completely, supported by the hands and/or head, ending upright.
The child did a somersault on the mat.
The gymnast performed a series of perfect somersaults.

Etymology

Origem incerta, possivelmente do latim vulgar *cambalhota* ou de uma formação expressiva.

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