Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

free running

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.08 in modern English

Syllables
free run-ning
IPA
15
Scrabble Score
11
Letters
2
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

Etymology

A term introduced by parkour practitioner Sebastien Foucan in a programme called Jump London as a synonym for parkour. The usage has since changed through the adverse reaction of parkour practitioners to somersaults and non-efficient movements being introduced to the discipline.

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What does free running mean?
The activity of combining parkour with gymnastics to pass obstacles and demonstrate athletic talent, most often in urban environments.
Where does free running come from?
A term introduced by parkour practitioner Sebastien Foucan in a programme called Jump London as a synonym for parkour. The usage has since changed through the adverse reaction of parkour practitioners to somersaults and non-efficient movements being introduced to the discipline.

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