workout

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   An exercise session; a period of physical exercise.

   The following guidelines for smart weekly scheduling can simplify this piece of the planning: Swim three or four workouts each week.

2. 2
   noun

   A schedule or program of specific exercises, especially one intended to achieve a particular goal.

   If athletes do too much too soon, they will be stiff and sore 24 to 48 hours after a new workout.

3. 3
   noun

   Any activity that requires much physical or mental effort, or produces strain.

   Cynthia's phone got a workout, as well. In approximately three days since the news had hit the street, a total of five bridal showers had been booked, not to mention a luncheon at Esther Cunningham's and tea at Olivia Harper's.

4. 4
   noun

   the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

Etymology

Deverbal from work out.