juggling — the skill of keeping several objects in motion in the air by repeatedly throwing and catching them
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the skill of keeping several objects in motion in the air by repeatedly throwing and catching them
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒʌɡlɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- My mom's juggling work, cooking, and helping with homework - she's basically a superhero!
- The circus performer amazed the audience with her juggling skills using flaming torches.
- He's juggling three part-time jobs while studying for his final exams - talk about stress!
juggling
NOUN[/ˈdʒʌɡlɪŋ/]
the skill of keeping several objects in motion in the air by repeatedly throwing and catching them
the skill of keeping several objects in motion in the air by repeatedly throwing and catching them
Juggling while struggling, with balls wiggling everywhere!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Juggling derives from Middle English 'jogelen' (14th century), which evolved through Old French 'jogler' (to entertain, to jest) from Latin 'ioculari' (to joke). Originally, the term referred to the tricks and performances of jesters and entertainers.
Breakdown
Latin 'ioculari' (to joke) → Old French 'jogler' (to entertain) → Middle English 'jogelen' → Modern English 'juggle' (to perform tricks by tossing and catching objects in rapid succession).
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📝Examples
“My mom's juggling work, cooking, and helping with homework - she's basically a superhero!”
“The circus performer amazed the audience with her juggling skills using flaming torches.”
“He's juggling three part-time jobs while studying for his final exams - talk about stress!”
“Learning juggling requires patience, practice, and plenty of dropped balls.”
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