English to English noun
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the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit |  | Example: the doctor recommended regular exercise he did some exercising the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit
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the act of using |  | Example: he warned against the use of narcotic drugs skilled in the utilization of computers
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systematic training by multiple repetitions |  | Example: practice makes perfect
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a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding |  | Example: you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook
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(usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches |  | Example: academic exercises
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The act of exercising; a setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use; habitual activity; occupation, in general; practice. |  | source: webster1913 verb
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put to use |  | Example: exert one's power or influence
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carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions |  | Example: practice law
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give a workout to |  | Example: Some parents exercise their infants My personal trainer works me hard work one's muscles this puzzle will exercise your mind
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do physical exercise |  | Example: She works out in the gym every day
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learn by repetition |  | Example: We drilled French verbs every day Pianists practice scales
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To set in action; to cause to act, move, or make exertion; to give employment to; to put in action habitually or constantly; to school or train; to exert repeatedly; to busy. |  | source: webster1913
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To exercise one's self, as under military training; to drill; to take exercise; to use action or exertion; to practice gymnastics; as, to exercise for health or amusement. |  | source: webster1913
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