| parallel bars pl.n. An apparatus for gymnastic exercises consisting of two horizontal bars set parallel to each other in adjustable upright supports and used mainly for swinging maneuvers. |
parallel bars
pl n
(Individual Sports & Recreations / Gymnastics) Gymnastics
a. (functioning as plural) a pair of wooden bars on uprights, sometimes at different heights, for various exercises
b. (functioning as singular) an event in a gymnastic competition in which competitors exercise on such bars
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| Noun | 1. |  parallel bars - gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprightsbar - a horizontal rod that serves as a support for gymnasts as they perform exercises exerciser, gymnastic apparatus - sports equipment used in gymnastic exercises uneven bars, uneven parallel bars - a pair of parallel bars set at different heights; used in women's gymnastics plural, plural form - the form of a word that is used to denote more than one |
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