exercise
/ˈɛk.sə.saɪz/ · ex·er·cise
noun
- An activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability. The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay.
- An activity intended to improve physical or mental strength and fitness. I do crosswords for mental exercise.
- A setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use, especially in a legal context. The law guarantees us the free exercise of our rights.
verb
- To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop. The coach will exercise the troops in drills.
- To perform physical activity for health or training. I exercise at the gym every day.
- To use (a right, an option, etc.); to put into practice. She is going to exercise her right to vote.
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Did you know? The phrase "free exercise" in the U.S. Constitution refers to the right to practice any religion, a legal use of the word that dates back to the 18th century.