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exercise noun 1 physical training or exertion for health or pleasure. 2 an activity intended to develop a skill. 3 a task designed to test ability. 4 a piece of written work intended as practice for learners. 5 formal the act of putting something into practice or carrying it out • the exercise of one's duty. 6 (usually exercises) military training and practice for soldiers. verb (exercised, exercising) 1 tr & intr to give exercise to (oneself, or someone or something else). 2 to use something or bring it into use • exercised his right to appeal. 3 to trouble, concern, or occupy someone's thoughts. exercisable adj. exerciser noun. the object of the exercise the purpose of a particular operation or activity.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from French exercice, from Latin exercere to keep busy.