vaulting box; vault (gymnastics)
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vaulting box (gymnastics apparatus)
Refers specifically to the box-shaped, trapezoidal apparatus used in gymnastics training and physical education, distinct from the vaulting horse used in Olympic competition.
The gymnasium bought several new vaulting boxes.
The coach adjusted the height of the vaulting box to accommodate students of different grades.
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This vaulting box is made of sturdy leather and wood.
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vault (gymnastics event)
Refers to the gymnastics event where athletes run and vault over the apparatus. In modern Olympic contexts, this is more commonly called 跳马, but 跳箱 remains in use for school-level competitions and specific training contexts.
He won the gold medal in the vault competition.
The vault is a required event in physical education classes for middle and primary schools.
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She is practicing new moves for the vault, hoping to increase her difficulty score.