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 believes the most effective workout is the one that you stick to.

From The Wall Street Journal

I learned that AI has the power to curate custom workouts to fit my schedule, motivate me when I’m feeling low energy and even correct my form for a better workout.

From The Wall Street Journal

Before the flight: Amin tries to squeeze in a workout that morning, and chugs water throughout the day to prep for the dry air on the plane.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fitbit’s new Personal Health Coach, a fitness and wellness chatbot powered by Google’s Gemini, can create a workout regimen based on your specific plans and limitations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Halevy also says he’s developing workout technology that could eventually become an affordable, mass-market product.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• conditioning
• drill
• rehearsal
• routine
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• test
• training
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