English dictionary

exercise

/'/E/ks/@/r,s/aI/z/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

noun.act

Examples
The doctor recommended regular exercise.

Synonyms exercising physical exercise physical exertion workout

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of using

noun.act

Synonyms employment usage use utilisation utilization

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systematic training by multiple repetitions

noun.act

Synonyms drill practice practice session recitation

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a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding

noun.act

Synonyms example

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(usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches

noun.event

Examples
Academic exercises.

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The act of exercising; a setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use; habitual activity; occupation, in general; practice.

noun

Source: webster1913

put to use

verb.consumption

Synonyms employed exert utilised utilized

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carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions

verb.social

Synonyms do practice practise

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give a workout to

verb.body

Examples
Some parents exercise their infants.

This puzzle will exercise your mind.

Synonyms work work out

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do physical exercise

verb.body

Synonyms work out

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learn by repetition

verb.cognition

Synonyms drill practice practise

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To set in action; to cause to act, move, or make exertion; to give employment to; to put in action habitually or constantly; to school or train; to exert repeatedly; to busy.

verb

Source: webster1913
To exercise one's self, as under military training; to drill; to take exercise; to use action or exertion; to practice gymnastics; as, to <i>exercise</i> for health or amusement.

verb

Source: webster1913