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

If you do already manage to fit in regular gym workouts, or a game of football once a week, you can stop feeling smug now.

From BBC

“I am easily swayed by things that could be benefiting me in my workout journey,” the 27-year-old said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ran them through what one player describes as the fiercest workout of their entire time together.

From The Wall Street Journal

The guidance says to pair items in the collection with skin-tone, seamless underwear, and recommends “sizing up” for workouts.

From MarketWatch

After 3 1/2 years, he has risen to No. 2 in command for his class in charge of physical workouts and equipment.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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