trapeze

noun

tra·​peze tra-ˈpēz How to pronounce trapeze (audio)
 also  trə-
: a gymnastic or acrobatic apparatus consisting of a short horizontal bar suspended by two parallel ropes

Examples of trapeze in a Sentence

performing tricks on the trapeze
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Its trapeze silhouette provides a wider base for slotting in your wallet or a sunglasses case, while the narrow collar and magnetic closure keep smaller items like lipstick from spilling out. Nikki Chwatt, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024 One particular ensemble captured the essence of the collection: a pearl trapeze silhouette garment with cushion-like embellishments. Thomas Adamson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2024 Arms extended above his shoulders, Phillips grips one of the bars of the Cadillac — a trapeze table and to some a medieval torture-like bench overflowing with springs and straps hanging from a steel canopy. Charlotte Carroll, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024 There were also column dresses and trapeze gowns made with jacquard fabrics with bold geometric motifs and Lurex threads. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for trapeze 

Word History

Etymology

French trapèze, literally, trapezoid, from New Latin trapezium

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of trapeze was in 1861

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“Trapeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trapeze. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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trapeze

noun
tra·​peze tra-ˈpēz How to pronounce trapeze (audio)
: a gymnastic or acrobatic device consisting of a short horizontal bar hung from two parallel ropes

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