exercise
NOUNVERB
/ɛksər,saɪz/
8 LETTERS · 3 SYLLABLES · STARTS WITH E
exercise is a valid 8-letter word worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words with Friends.
SCRABBLE
WORDS WITH FRIENDS
E1X8E1R1C3I1S1E1
1 + 8 + 1 + 1 + 3 + 1 + 1 + 1 =17 PTS
DOUBLE WORD → 34TRIPLE WORD → 51
MEANING
What does exercise mean?
NOUN · 6 SENSES
1
Systematic training by multiple repetitions.
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2
An action, often used negatively and without consequences.
“an exercise in futility”
“an exercise in cheap talk”
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3
(usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches.
“academic exercises”
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4
The act of using.
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5
The activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit.
“the doctor recommended regular exercise”
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A task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding.
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VERB · 5 SENSES
1
Learn by repetition.
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2
Do physical exercise.
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3
Give a workout to.
“Some parents exercise their infants”
“this puzzle will exercise your mind”
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4
Carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions.
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5
Put to use.
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