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bodybuilding


body·build·ing

noun \-ˌbil-diŋ\

Definition of BODYBUILDING

: the developing of the body through exercise and diet; specifically : the developing of the physique for competitive exhibition
body·build·er noun

Examples of BODYBUILDING

  1. She's been doing competitive bodybuilding for a few years now.

First Known Use of BODYBUILDING

1904

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