1. a swimmer who competes in freestyle swimming events, typically the front crawl stroke
Usage: sports; common in competitive swimming contexts
2. a person who performs freestyle skiing or snowboarding, executing tricks and jumps on slopes or in terrain parks
Usage: sports; winter sports
3. a hip-hop artist or rapper who improvises lyrics without a prepared script
Usage: music; informal

Examples

• The Olympic freestyler broke the world record in the 100-meter race.
• She trained as a freestyler for five years before competing professionally.
• The freestyler launched into an impressive aerial trick off the half-pipe.
• That freestyler can improvise bars on any beat you give him.
• Many young freestylers practice their skills at the local ski resort.
• The freestyler's smooth front crawl technique impressed the judges.