Meaning & Definition of word "Gym"

Gym

/dʒɪm/

noun:

  • 1. A place equipped for physical exercise and sports.
    • Example: She goes to the gym every morning to work out.
  • 2. A room or building for indoor sports activities, especially for physical education classes.
    • Example: The students played basketball in the school gym during the rainy day.
  • 3. An institution or organization that offers facilities for exercise and fitness training.
    • Example: He signed up for a membership at the local gym to get in shape.

Etymology

Short for gymnasium, from Greek 'gymnasion', meaning a place for training naked.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hit the gym:

To go to the gym for exercise.

gym rat:

A person who spends a lot of time in the gym.

gym buddy:

A friend you go to the gym with.

Related Words

fitness:

The condition of being physically fit.

exercise:

Physical activity to improve health.

workout:

A session of vigorous physical exercise.

Slang Meanings of gym

Meaning: To work out or exercise.

Example Sentence: I'm going to hit the gym later.

Meaning: A popular place to meet people and socialize while working out.

Example Sentence: The gym is my social life.