Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cartwheel

noun and verb
/ˈkɑːrt.wiːl/
Definition
A cartwheel is a sideways rotational movement where a person turns their body around in a wheel-like motion, often performed in gymnastics or acrobatics.
Examples
  • The child did a perfect cartwheel on the grass.
  • She practiced her cartwheel until it was flawless.
Meaning
The act of performing a cartwheel involves using one’s hands to support the body while the legs move overhead.
Synonyms
  • acrobatic flip
  • somersault
  • wheel