Exercise
Noun, Verb
UK
/ˈek.sə.saɪz/
US
/ˈek.sɚ.saɪz/
Definition
(n) : Physical activity or practice to improve health or skills.
(v) : To do activity for fitness or practice a skill.
(v) : To do activity for fitness or practice a skill.
Example
"(n) : Morning exercise is healthy."
"(n) : He does daily exercise to stay strong and feel energetic throughout the day."
"(v) : The teacher asked students to exercise their minds by solving puzzles and learning new words."
Explanation
Exercise is physical activity that keeps the body healthy, strong, and fit, like running, swimming, or stretching. It can also mean practicing a skill, like doing math problems or writing to improve knowledge. Exercise helps increase energy, maintain weight, and improve mood. Teachers and coaches encourage students to exercise both their bodies and minds. For example, playing football is exercise for the body, while solving puzzles is exercise for the brain. Doing regular exercise is important for health and learning.