Tightroped: meaning, definitions and examples
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tightroped
[ ˈtaɪtroʊpt ]
performing on rope
To tightrope means to walk or perform on a tightrope, which is a very thin and high wire. This act typically involves balancing oneself while moving, requiring great skill and concentration. It is often associated with circus acts and acrobatics. Walking a tightrope can also symbolize navigating precarious situations in real life.
Synonyms
balance, tightrope walk, walk a wire.
Examples of usage
- The performer tightroped above the crowd, showcasing incredible balance.
- She tightroped across the high wire with grace and poise.
- They decided to tightrope when they ran out of ideas for their circus show.
Translations
Translations of the word "tightroped" in other languages:
🇵🇹 caminhou na corda bamba
🇮🇳 तार पर चलना
🇩🇪 Seiltanz gemacht
🇮🇩 berjalan di atas tali
🇺🇦 ходити по канату
🇵🇱 szedł po linie
🇯🇵 綱渡りをした
🇫🇷 a marché sur une corde raide
🇪🇸 caminó sobre la cuerda floja
🇹🇷 ip üzerinde yürüdü
🇰🇷 줄타기를 했다
🇸🇦 مشى على الحبل
🇨🇿 šel po laně
🇸🇰 kráčal po lane
🇨🇳 走在绳子上
🇸🇮 hodil po vrvi
🇮🇸 ganga á taði
🇰🇿 арқанмен жүрді
🇬🇪 ჭერიდან გაიარა
🇦🇿 ip üzərində gəzmək
🇲🇽 caminó sobre la cuerda floja
Etymology
The word 'tightrope' comes from the combination of 'tight' and 'rope.' The term 'tight' refers to the fact that the rope is pulled taut, creating a high and narrow line for performance. The concept of tightrope walking dates back to the ancient times, but it became widely recognized as a form of entertainment during the 19th century with the rise of circuses. Tightrope walking has a rich history in various cultures, often symbolizing not just a physical challenge, but also a metaphor for facing risks and overcoming difficulties.