trampolining
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌtræmpəˈliːnɪŋ/
KK: /træmpəˈlinɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The activity or sport of jumping and performing acrobatics on a trampoline.
Example
She enjoys trampolining at the gym every weekend.
Conversation
Have you ever tried trampolining?
No, but it looks like so much fun!
It really is! You should join me next time.
I would love to! Just let me know when.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bouncing
jumping
tumbling
Antonyms
falling
landing
stopping
verb
Definition
The action of jumping on a trampoline, often performed as a sport or recreational activity.
Example
The children spent the afternoon trampolining in the backyard.
Tense Forms
Past: trampolined
Past Participle: trampolined
Conversation
Have you ever tried trampolining at the park?
No, I haven’t, but it sounds like so much fun!
You should definitely give it a shot; it's a great workout too!
Root Explanation
Trampolining is derived from "trampoline" (from the French *trampolin*, meaning a small jump or springboard) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word refers to the action of performing acrobatics on a trampoline.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'trampoline' as a springboard for jumping, and the '-ing' shows that it's the action of jumping on it.
Visually Confused Words
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