Online English Dictionary

exercise

Definition

exercise [noun]

1. the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; "the doctor recommended regular exercise"; "he did some exercising"; "the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit"

2. the act of using; "he warned against the use of narcotic drugs"; "skilled in the utilization of computers"

3. systematic training by multiple repetitions; "practice makes perfect"

4. a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding; "you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook"

5. (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches; "academic exercises"

exercise [verb]

1. put to use; "exert one′s power or influence"

2. carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions; "practice law"

3. give a workout to; "Some parents exercise their infants"; "My personal trainer works me hard"; "work one′s muscles"; "this puzzle will exercise your mind"

4. do physical exercise; "She works out in the gym every day"

5. learn by repetition; "We drilled French verbs every day"; "Pianists practice scales"

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Synonyms

noun
drill, practice, training, gymnastics, calisthenics, activity, action, discipline, aerobics, workout, sports, games

verb
activate, apply, use, train, practice, instruct, drill, keep fit, work out, pump iron, wield, exert