Juggling: meaning, definitions and examples

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juggling

 

[ ˈdʒʌɡəlɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

circus performance

The act of keeping several objects in motion in the air at the same time by repeatedly throwing and catching them.

Synonyms

balancing, manipulation, tossing

Examples of usage

  • He entertained the crowd with his impressive juggling skills.
  • She practiced juggling with balls, clubs, and rings.
  • The highlight of the show was the synchronized juggling routine.
Context #2 | Noun

managing multiple tasks

The practice of dealing with many activities or problems at the same time, especially in a skillful way.

Synonyms

balancing, multi-tasking, prioritizing

Examples of usage

  • She is a master of juggling her work and personal life.
  • Juggling deadlines and priorities can be challenging in a fast-paced environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "juggling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 malabarismo

🇮🇳 जॉगलिंग

🇩🇪 Jonglieren

🇮🇩 sulap

🇺🇦 жонглювання

🇵🇱 żonglerka

🇯🇵 ジャグリング

🇫🇷 jonglage

🇪🇸 malabarismo

🇹🇷 jigolo

🇰🇷 저글링

🇸🇦 تلاعب

🇨🇿 žonglování

🇸🇰 žonglovanie

🇨🇳 杂耍

🇸🇮 žongliranje

🇮🇸 sjónarspil

🇰🇿 жонглерлік

🇬🇪 ჟონგლიორობა

🇦🇿 jonqlyor

🇲🇽 malabarismo

Word origin

The word 'juggling' originated from the Middle English word 'jogelen', which came from the Old French 'jogler'. The practice of juggling has a long history, dating back to ancient civilizations where it was often used for entertainment and performance art. Over the years, juggling has evolved into a popular form of entertainment seen in circuses, street performances, and even as a hobby for many enthusiasts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,252, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.