Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
somersault
noun, verb
/ˈsʌmərsɔːlt/
Definition
A movement in which a person turns head over heels in the air or on the ground and lands on their feet.
Examples
- She performed a perfect somersault on the mat during gymnastics practice.
- The puppy did a somersault, delighting the children watching.
Meaning
It often refers to a gymnastic move or a playful roll, where the body rotates forward or backward.
Synonyms
- flip
- roll
- vault
