Culbuter

/kulˈbjuːtər/ noun

Definition

A person who performs culbutes; an acrobat, tumbler, or someone skilled in gymnastics and flips.

Etymology

From French 'culbuteur,' the agent noun form of 'culbuter,' meaning 'one who culbutes.' The '-er' suffix creates an agent noun indicating a person who performs an action.

Kelly Says

Medieval French fairs and markets had traveling 'culbuteurs'—acrobats who would perform for crowds! These performers were part of a long tradition of street entertainers that goes back to ancient times.

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