warm-up
Translation
warm-up, preparatory exercise
Examples
Always do a warm-up before you exercise.
Always do a warm-up before you exercise.
The comedian did a quick warm-up for the crowd.
The comedian did a quick warm-up for the crowd.
Grammar Patterns
a warm-up ((for sth.)) an activity to prepare for (sth.) We did a five-minute warm-up for the main workout.
Similar Words
Synonyms: preparation, preliminary exercise
Etymology
From the phrasal verb 'to warm up', meaning to prepare for physical exertion.
Memory Tips
Think of making your body 'warm' before you go 'up' in intensity for the main activity.