exercise
Translation
exercise
Examples
Regular exercise is good for your health.
Regular exercise is good for your health.
Please do the exercises on page 10.
Please do the exercises on page 10.
Grammar Patterns
exercise (uncountable) physical activity Regular exercise is good for your health.
an exercise (countable) a task to practice a skill Please do the exercises on page 10.
Similar Words
Synonyms: workout, training, practice, drill
Etymology
From Latin 'exercitium' (training), from 'exercere' (to keep busy). ex- 'out' + arcere 'to enclose'. Literally 'to remove restraint'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'exiting' a state of rest to get your body or mind working.