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- [jim-kah-nuh]
- /dʒɪmˈkɑ nə/
- /dʒɪmˈkɑː.nə/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [jim-kah-nuh]
- /dʒɪmˈkɑ nə/
Definitions of gymkhana word
- noun gymkhana a field day held for equestrians, consisting of exhibitions of horsemanship and much pageantry. 1
- noun gymkhana Also called autocross. a competition in which sports cars are timed as they travel on a closed, twisting course that requires much maneuvering. 1
- noun gymkhana any of various other sporting events, as a gymnastics exhibition or surfing contest. 1
- noun gymkhana a place where any such event is held. 1
- noun gymkhana A day event comprising races and other competitions between horse riders or car drivers. 1
- noun gymkhana showjumping event 1
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Origin of gymkhana
First appearance:
before 1860 One of the 29% newest English words
1860-65; < Hindi gē̃dkhānā literally, ball-house (influenced by gymnastics)
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Parts of speech for Gymkhana
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gymkhana popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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noun gymkhana
- horse show — a competitive display of the capabilities and qualities of horses and their riders or handlers, usually held as an annual event.
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