exercise

(noun) the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit. Synonyms: exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout. Examples: "The doctor recommended regular exercise." "He did some exercising." "The physical exertion required by his work kept him fit."

(noun) the act of using. Synonyms: use, usage, utilization, utilisation, employment. Examples: "He warned against the use of narcotic drugs." "Skilled in the utilization of computers."

(noun) systematic training by multiple repetitions. Synonyms: practice, drill, practice session, recitation. Examples: "Practice makes perfect."

(noun) a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding. Synonyms: example. Examples: "You must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook."

(noun) (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches. Examples: "Academic exercises."

(verb) put to use. Synonyms: exert. Examples: "Exert one's power or influence."

(verb) carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions. Synonyms: practice, practise, do. Examples: "Practice law."

(verb) give a workout to. Synonyms: work, work out. Examples: "Some parents exercise their infants." "My personal trainer works me hard." "Work one's muscles." "This puzzle will exercise your mind."

(verb) do physical exercise. Synonyms: work out. Examples: "She works out in the gym every day."

(verb) learn by repetition. Synonyms: drill, practice, practise. Examples: "We drilled french verbs every day." "Pianists practice scales."