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Trapeze: meaning, definitions and examples

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trapeze

 

[ trษ™หˆpiหz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

circus equipment

A trapeze is a swing-like apparatus used by acrobats in circuses or performances. It consists of a horizontal bar suspended from two ropes or strings. The trapeze allows performers to execute aerial tricks and routines high above the ground. It is a fundamental piece of equipment for aerial artists, requiring strength, precision, and coordination. The trapeze has become iconic in the world of circus arts, symbolizing agility and daring.

Synonyms

pendulum, swing

Examples of usage

  • The acrobat soared through the air from the trapeze.
  • She practiced her routine on the trapeze diligently.
  • The circus featured spectacular trapeze acts.
  • He caught her as she swung off the trapeze.

Translations

Translations of the word "trapeze" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trapรฉzio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคพเคฐเคพเคฎเค‚เคกเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trapez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ trapez

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะฐะฟะตั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trapez

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒฉใƒšใƒผใ‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trapรจze

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trapecio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท trapez

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŠธ๋ผํŽ˜์ฆˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุชูˆุงุฒูŠ ุงู„ุฃุถู„ุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trapez

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trapez

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆขฏๅฝข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trapez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ trapez

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั€ะฐะฟะตั†ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ แƒแƒžแƒ”แƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trapez

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trapecio

Etymology

The word 'trapeze' comes from the French term 'trapeze', which itself has origins in the Latin word 'trapezium'. This Latin word refers to a table or flat surface, which is fitting given that the trapeze consists of a bar supported by ropes. The trapeze was notably popularized in the 19th century, becoming a staple of circuses and acrobatic shows. Its implementation in performances allowed for the development of numerous aerial skills and stunts that showcased the agility and bravery of the performers. The trapeze has become more than just an apparatus; it symbolizes the art of aerial performance, drawing audiences with the thrill of ambiguity of human capabilities in the air.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,696 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.