parallel bars
(used with a plural verb) a gymnasium apparatus consisting of two wooden bars on uprights, adjustable in height, and used for swinging, vaulting, balancing exercises, etc.
(used with a singular or plural verb) a competitive event for men on such an apparatus.
Origin of parallel bars
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How to use parallel bars in a sentence
It can be constructed of parallel bars supported by upright poles firmly fixed on to the heavy base.
The Montessori Method | Maria MontessoriSupported by high parallel bars, which were doubtless in turn supported by strong guy wires, were the aerials of a radiophone.
Curlie Carson Listens In | Roy J. SnellOn the wrong side, the stitches should appear in parallel bars lying on the woof or filling thread.
Clothing and Health | Helen KinneHistorical parallel bars are usually set up for exhibiting feats of mental agility.
The Creed of the Old South 1865-1915 | Basil L. GildersleeveI groped my way to the corner where the parallel bars stood, and there found the blazer, which I carried off in triumph.
Tom, Dick and Harry | Talbot Baines Reed
British Dictionary definitions for parallel bars
gymnastics
(functioning as plural) a pair of wooden bars on uprights, sometimes at different heights, for various exercises
(functioning as singular) an event in a gymnastic competition in which competitors exercise on such bars
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