Funambulist
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fjuːˈnæmbjʊlɪst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Funambulist is a noun meaning A tightrope walker or a similar performer on a slack rope.
Meaning
A tightrope walker or a similar performer on a slack rope.
Example Sentences
A female funambulist, Maria Spelterini, on various occasions tightrope-walked across the Niagara Gorge with peach baskets on her feet, blindfolded, or manacled.
Word Forms
- funambulists
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include funambulator, tightroper, equilibrist, aerialist, wirewalker, slackliner.
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