Definition

1. Noun:
   • A piece of gymnastic equipment: A horizontal bar is a long, straight bar fixed in a horizontal position between two upright supports, used primarily in gymnastics for exercises and routines.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The gymnast performed a series of impressive moves on the horizontal bar.
  • The new gym has a very sturdy horizontal bar for training.

Advanced Usage

• "to compete on the horizontal bar": to participate in a gymnastics event using this apparatus.
  • He will compete on the horizontal bar in the finals.

Variants and Related Words

• High bar: Another term for the horizontal bar, especially in men's artistic gymnastics.
  • His high bar routine was flawless.

Synonyms

• Gymnastics bar: A general term for bars used in gymnastics.
• High bar: A specific synonym in competitive gymnastics.

Related Phrases

• Horizontal bar routine: A sequence of gymnastic elements performed on the apparatus.
  • She is practicing her horizontal bar routine for the competition.

Noun

1. gymnastic apparatus consisting of a bar supported in a horizontal position by uprights at both ends