Meaning of the word cartwheel in English

What does cartwheel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cartwheel

US /ˈkɑːrt.wiːl/
UK /ˈkɑːt.wiːl/
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Noun

a sideways handspring with the arms and legs extended

Example:
The gymnast performed a perfect cartwheel.
The child giggled as she tried to do a cartwheel on the grass.

Verb

perform a cartwheel

Example:
She can cartwheel across the stage with ease.
The children loved to cartwheel down the hill.