exerciser

noun

ex·​er·​cis·​er ˈek-sər-ˌsī-zər How to pronounce exerciser (audio)
1
: one that exercises
2
: an apparatus for use in physical exercise

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Nobody wants to feel like they’re being cornered by a fellow exerciser, and pushing too hard can turn what’s supposed to be a safe, neutral space into an awkward, uncomfortable one. Jenna Ryu, SELF, 2 Apr. 2025 Maintaining your enthusiasm for a long-term fitness goal is challenging for any exerciser. Jen Murphy, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2025 Are there lots of flexing and muscle shots, which might make a bodybuilder feel right at home, but a gen-pop exerciser feel a little out of their element? Christa Sgobba, SELF, 28 Dec. 2024 Try something totally new Rather than including variety or sauces, the brave exerciser could start a completely new chapter of their workout playbook. Matt Fuchs, TIME, 30 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for exerciser

Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of exerciser was in 1552

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“Exerciser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exerciser. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

Medical Definition

exerciser

noun
ex·​er·​cis·​er ˈek-sər-ˌsī-zər How to pronounce exerciser (audio)
1
: one that exercises
2
: an apparatus for use in physical exercise

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