Meaning of the word tightrope in English

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

tightrope

US /ˈtaɪt.roʊp/
UK /ˈtaɪt.rəʊp/
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Noun

a tightly stretched wire or rope on which acrobats perform high above the ground

Example:
The acrobat walked across the tightrope with amazing balance.
He felt like he was walking a tightrope during the difficult negotiations.