trampoline
nounmasculine/tɾɐ̃puˈlĩ/medium
tram·po·lim
Definition
A flexible device, usually a stretched canvas or elastic platform, used to propel jumps in gymnastics or diving; anything that serves as a springboard or means to achieve something.
Gymnasts train somersaults on the trampoline.
His first job served as a springboard for a successful career.
Common collocations
springboardtrampoline jumpdiving board
Idiomatic expressions
- Serve as a springboard (to be used as a means to achieve a greater goal).
Etymology
Do italiano 'trampolino'.