What is another word for trapezes?

Pronunciation: [tɹəpˈiːzɪz] (IPA)

Trapezes are a type of aerial apparatus used in circus performance to create dazzling feats of strength and acrobatics. While "trapeze" is the most commonly used term, there are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably to describe this type of equipment. These include aerial bar, flying trapeze, high trapeze, and aerial hoop. Each synonym has its own unique connotations and associations, but all refer to the same basic device used for aerial performance. Whether you are a performer or simply an enthusiast, knowing the different names for trapezes can enhance your understanding of the world of aerial acrobatics.

What are the hypernyms for Trapezes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    equipment, Apparatuses, aerial apparatus, circus equipment, hanging apparatus, play equipment.

Usage examples for Trapezes

To sit near by and concentrate solely upon the doings of these ant people, was as easy as watching a single circus ring of performing elephants, while two more rings, a maze of trapezes, a race track and side-shows were in full swing.
"Edge of the Jungle"
William Beebe
In a hammock of beams and rafters, swinging like a network of trapezes, Monkey swooped down after him, head first as usual.
"A Prisoner in Fairyland"
Algernon Blackwood
Now let's go out to the barn and look to see where we can put up the trapezes and rings and things like that, and where I can hang by my feet and by my hands."
"Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue Playing Circus"
Laura Lee Hope

Related words: trapeze art, trapeze meaning, trapeze act, trapeze artist, professional trapeze

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