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- pronunciation:
- ek
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saIz
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word History, Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
activity that improves the health of the body or mind.
Swimming is good physical exercise.Doing crossword puzzles is good mental exercise.
- synonyms:
- practice
- similar words:
- action, activity, fitness, gymnastics, movement, sport, training
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definition 2: |
a particular way to use your muscles to make them strong.
He learned some new exercises for his arms and shoulders. |
related words: |
discipline, lesson, performance, usage, work |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
exercises, exercising, exercised |
definition 1: |
to put into practice; make use of.
He failed to exercise his right to vote.- synonyms:
- employ
- similar words:
- carry out, practice, use
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definition 2: |
to do physical activity.
I exercise in the gym every morning.
- similar words:
- jog, run, swim, train, walk, warm up
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related words: |
coach |
derivation: |
exerciser (n.) |
Exercise is from a Latin word that means "to keep busy" or "drive on." In the English spoken in the early 1300s, "exercise" referred to mental effort. By the late 1300s, its meaning had broadened to include physical activity.
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some accessories for exercising |
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ball, bar, bicycle, machine, sneakers, sweatshirt, uniform |
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some actions associated with exercising |
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bend, breathe, jump, kick, lift, lower, move, raise, run |
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some descriptions of exercise |
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gentle |
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some descriptions of someone exercising |
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hot, tired |
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some effects of exercising |
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fitness, flexibility, strength |
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some examples of exercise |
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dancing, hiking, jogging, running, skiing, walking |
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some kinds of exercise |
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sports |
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some people associated with exercise |
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athlete, coach |
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some places for exercising |
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field, gym, trail |
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some things exercise affects |
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circulation, development, emotions, health, heart, lungs, muscles, weight |
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