Definition

A movement in which a person turns over completely in the air or on the ground, usually landing on their feet.

Example

The gymnast performed a perfect summersault during her routine.

Conversation

Did you see that kid do a summersault at the park yesterday?

Yeah, it was amazing! I wish I could do that.

I know, right? It looked so effortless when he did the summersault.

Totally! I would probably just end up on the ground.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Summersault** → It is formed from "summer" (from Old French *somersaut*, meaning to leap or jump) and "sault" (from Latin *saltare*, meaning to leap). The word describes a leap or jump performed in a forward motion, typically with the body turning over.

Memory Tip

Think of a leap or jump ('sault') that happens in the summer ('summer') — that's how you remember that a summersault is a forward leap.

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