workout

American  

[wurk-out] / ˈwɜrkˌaʊt /

noun

1. a trial or practice session in athletics, as in running, boxing, or football.

2. a structured regime of physical exercise.

   She goes to the gym for a workout twice a week.

3. any trial or practice session.

4. an act or instance of working something out.

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Etymology

Origin of workout

First recorded in 1890–95; noun use of verb phrase work out

Example Sentences

He met him in person about a year ago when he started training at a street workout facility in Parc de Bercy to build strength for his job as a mover.

From The Wall Street Journal

I’ve since heard from countless people that the story moved them to admit their illness and begin boxing therapy or other types of PD workouts.

From Los Angeles Times

Reaves was “continuing to push himself” to return soon, Redick said, and Ayton had some “swelling” in his elbow but had a “brisk, intense individual workout.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Lots of new gyms are not just workouts, they’re longevity centers.”

From The Wall Street Journal

In public workouts, Joshua walked out before him.

From BBC

Related Words

• conditioning
• drill
• rehearsal
• routine
• session
• test
• training
• tryout