gym
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gym
First recorded in 1870–75; by shortening
Example Sentences
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After a family split which predominately played out in private, Caroline found sanctuary and emotional support in the McGuigan gym.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
There is also a home theater, a wet bar, a game room, a gym, a massage room, and a beautifully decorated office with a fireplace.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
But George told AFP it is "unlikely" the gym shooting was perpetrated by Iranian government agents.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
The basement, now equipped with weights and a Peloton, serves as a gym for different family members’ workouts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
At McNulty, gym is more like boot camp.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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