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Somersault Definition & Meaning

somersault
noun
  1. an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return
verb
  1. do a somersault

"Somersault" in song lyrics

See how somersault is used in real songs:

  • "Rhymes so dope, one verse'll make you somersault"
    Afu-Ra — Mic Stance
  • "Steady straws are the prime fact', to fly back as I somersault"
    Jedi Mind Tricks — Last Straw (Onesoul Remix)
  • "One spark'll become a thought, I never left my feet and did a somersault"
    K-Rino — Father of the Flame

Words that rhyme with somersault

Usage tips for "somersault"

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Frequently asked questions

What does somersault mean?
an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return do a somersault
What part of speech is somersault?
Somersault is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does somersault have?
Somersault has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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