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/ˈɛk.sər.saɪz/
Meaning & Definition
noun
Activity requiring physical effort, carried out to sustain or improve health and fitness.
She does yoga and other forms of exercise every morning.
A task or activity that is performed to practice or test a skill.
The teacher assigned an exercise to help students prepare for the exam.
verb
To engage in physical activity to improve health or fitness.
He exercises regularly to maintain his weight.
To carry out a particular activity or task, especially as a way of practice.
She exercised her right to vote in the election.
Etymology
Middle English exercisen, from Latin exercitīo, exercitium, from exercere 'to keep busy'
Common Phrases and Expressions
exercise routine:
a set series of physical activities performed regularly.
physical exercise:
activities aimed at improving physical fitness.
mental exercise:
activities designed to improve mental abilities.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
getting your sweat on
I need to get my sweat on at the gym.
hitting the gym
I’ll be hitting the gym after work.