A forward roll.
Gambol
GAM-bul
ˈɡambəl
Noun
Example Sentences
"Do a gambol."
"Kids doing gambols."
Etymology & History
Brummie term for somersault. From gambol (frolic).
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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1800s
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Formality
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