Definition
aerialists
noun
- performers who do acrobatic acts high above the ground, typically on a trapeze, tightrope, or similar apparatus
Usage: circus performance; plural form
Examples
- The circus featured talented aerialists who performed breathtaking stunts on the trapeze.
- Young aerialists train for years to master their craft safely.
- The aerialists gracefully swung through the air without a safety net.
- Two aerialists performed a synchronized routine high above the audience.
- The school’s drama program included training for aspiring aerialists.
- Professional aerialists must maintain excellent physical fitness and coordination.