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Definition of "gym" []

  • Sports A gymnasium. (noun)
  • Sports A course in physical education. (noun)
  • Sports A metal frame supporting equipment used in outdoor play. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "gym" in a sentence
  • "It is an intriguing sport for New York City's space-starved schools, where the term "gym" can sometimes mean a cleared classroom."
  • "You will need to say, Going to the gym is a top priority."
  • "Monday, since the gym is a new gym, I get my first of three mandatory/free with signup meetings with a personal trainer."