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Funambulist
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noun 1. A tightrope walker.
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Play Button "Excellent core strength is necessary for the balance displayed by a funambulist."
Play Button "The star of the circus was the funambulist dancing high above the crowd on a tightrope."
Play Button "A mime performs without any sound or props, while a funambulist performs feats of balance and physical skill."
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French, late 18th century
Why This Word?
The literal definition of "funambulist" is "tightrope walker." In Latin, "funis" means "rope" and "ambulare" is "to walk." In ancient Rome, tightrope walking was a popular sight at public markets and gatherings. ...
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