Tumbling Definition & Meaning

tumbling
noun
  1. the gymnastic moves of an acrobat

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acrobatics noun

the gymnastic moves of an acrobat the performance of stunts while in flight in an aircraft

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billowing adj

characterized by great swelling waves or surges; "billowy storm clouds"; "the restless billowing sea"; "surging waves"

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falling adj

decreasing in amount or degree; "falling temperature" becoming lower or less in degree or value; "a falling market

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moving adj

in motion; "a constantly moving crowd"; "the moving parts of the machine" arousing or capable of arousing deep emotion

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rolling adj

uttered with a trill; "she used rolling r's as in Spanish" a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) the

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"Tumbling" in song lyrics

See how tumbling is used in real songs:

  • "I kept it on the hush, but nearly tumbling"
    Aesop Rock — 1 of 4 (Thank You)
  • "Until it look like legos tumbling"
    Black Milk f/ Nametag, Slim S.D.H. — Say Something
  • "Heavy long, rumbling, tumbling"
    Insane Clown Posse — Wagon Wagon

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Frequently asked questions

What does tumbling mean?
the gymnastic moves of an acrobat
What part of speech is tumbling?
Tumbling is a noun.

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