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acrobatics

noun plural but singular or plural in construction ac·ro·bat·ics \ˌa-krə-ˈba-tiks\

: difficult and dangerous acts done by an acrobat; also : difficult or dangerous acts, movements, etc., done by another kind of performer

Full Definition of ACROBATICS

1
:  the art, performance, or activity of an acrobat
2
:  a spectacular, showy, or startling performance or demonstration involving great agility or complexity
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First Known Use of ACROBATICS

1882
ACROBATICS Defined for Kids

acrobatics

noun plural ac·ro·bat·ics \ˌa-krə-ˈba-tiks\

Definition of ACROBATICS for Kids

1
:  the art or performance of an acrobat
2
:  difficult or dangerous stunts Hint:Acrobatics can be used either as a singular or a plural in writing. <Acrobatics is taught at clown school.> <The acrobatics were amazing.>

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