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Cartwheel
01
an acrobatic movement in which the body rotates sideways, with arms and legs extended
Examples
The gymnast performed a perfect cartwheel across the floor.
Children love doing cartwheels in the park.
02
a wheel with wooden spokes and a metal rim, typically used on carts
Examples
The old cart had a broken cartwheel.
He replaced the cartwheel before hauling the load.
03
a silver dollar
SlangExamples
He found a rare cartwheel in his grandfather's collection.
The old shopkeeper handed him a cartwheel as change.
to cartwheel
01
to perform a gymnastic move involving rolling the body sideways in a full circle, typically with arms and legs extended
Examples
The gymnast effortlessly cartwheeled across the mat, showcasing her agility and grace.
Inspired by the circus performer, the child attempted to cartwheel in the backyard.
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