Trampoline

Pronunciation: /ˈtræmpəˌliːn/

Definitions of trampoline

noun a strong fabric sheet attached by springs to a metal frame and used as a springboard in tumbling

Example Sentences

A1 I jumped on the trampoline at the park.

A2 The children had a lot of fun bouncing on the trampoline.

B1 She practiced her gymnastics skills on the trampoline.

B2 The trampoline in their backyard was a popular spot for neighborhood kids.

C1 The professional acrobat performed amazing stunts on the trampoline.

C2 The trampoline competition attracted athletes from around the world.

Examples of trampoline in a Sentence

formal The children were taking turns jumping on the trampoline at the playground.

informal I love bouncing on the trampoline in my backyard.

slang Let's hit up the tramp and practice some flips.

figurative Her emotions were bouncing around like a trampoline, up and down uncontrollably.

Grammatical Forms of trampoline

• past tense: trampolined
• plural: trampolines
• comparative: more trampoline
• superlative: most trampoline
• present tense: trampolines
• future tense: will trampoline
• perfect tense: has trampolined
• continuous tense: is trampolining
• singular: trampoline
• positive degree: trampoline
• infinitive: to trampoline
• gerund: trampolining
• participle: trampolining

Origin and Evolution of trampoline

First Known Use: 1784 year

Language of Origin: Spanish

Story behind the word: The word 'trampoline' is derived from the Spanish word 'trampolin' which means diving board or springboard.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a type of springboard used in acrobatics and gymnastics, the term 'trampoline' evolved to describe the modern recreational device used for bouncing and performing aerial tricks.