gym rat

[jim rat]

noun

Slang.

1. an exercise and fitness enthusiast who spends a lot of time at the gym, working out frequently or for long periods of time.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of gym rat¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

“I lived at the Poly gym. I became a gym rat. The gym became my second home,” he said.

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So even if most gym rats in America don’t care if their ankles look like baked clay, there are plenty of other markets to make this partnership worthwhile.

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A hardscrabble gym rat who could develop a new culture, instill a timeless work ethic, and shape a complete team that would thrive around Anthony Davis and excel long after LeBron James?

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I’m sure there are plenty of gym rats out there who know the feeling.

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He is the gym rat who will be in the gym at 6 a.m. shooting with players until late at night.

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