EXERCISE

/ˈɛk.sə.saɪz/ ► audio Scrabble 17 Words With Friends 18

Definition

  1. verb put to use. — synonyms: exert
  2. verb carry out or practice. — synonyms: practice, practise, do
  3. verb give a workout to. — synonyms: work, work_out
  4. verb do physical exercise. — synonyms: work_out
  5. verb learn by repetition. — synonyms: drill, practice, practise
  6. noun the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit. — synonyms: exercising, physical_exercise, physical_exertion, workout
  7. noun the act of using. — synonyms: use, usage, utilization, utilisation, employment
  8. noun systematic training by multiple repetitions. — synonyms: practice, drill, practice_session, recitation
  9. noun a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding. — synonyms: example
  10. noun (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches.
  11. noun an action, often used negatively and without consequences.

Examples

  • “The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay.”
  • “I do crosswords for mental exercise.”
  • “The law guarantees us the free exercise of our rights.”

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