释义 |
tumbling I. noun (-s) Etymology: Middle English, from gerund of tumblen to tumble — more at tumble 1. : the act or process of tumbling 2. : the skill, practice, or sport of executing gymnastic tumbles 3. : a continuous violent pitching rotation of an aerodynamic body II. adjective Etymology: Middle English, from present participle of tumblen to tumble : tipped or slanted to the right or left of vertical position — used especially of a cattle brand < the Tumbling T brand > — see brand illustration |