SportsJuly 16, 2026
vaulting
/ˈvɔːltɪŋ/
Definition
A competitive equestrian discipline that involves performing gymnastics and dance movements on the back of a moving horse.
Etymology
Derived from the Old French 'volter' (to turn, jump, or leap), which itself comes from the Latin 'volvere' meaning 'to roll' or 'turn.' It entered English to describe leaping or bounding over objects, eventually narrowing to specific sports involving acrobatic maneuvers.
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