exerciser

noun

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

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Luckily for me, the Brentwood class wasn’t too packed, so there weren’t too many fellow exercisers there to gawk at my unorthodox choice of attire. Emma Specter, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2026 But research is early, and these futuristic shoes are still more likely to be found on the feet of pro athletes than everyday exercisers on a budget. Jennifer Heimlich, Time, 12 Feb. 2026 Unlike athletes who have a team of specialists interpreting their pain signals, everyday exercisers generally try to override their pain without interpretation. Dana Santas, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026 In the fitness world, contrast therapy is a workout recovery modality designed to help pro athletes and everyday exercisers bounce back faster after a tough bout, according to McDonald. Caroline Tien, SELF, 3 Feb. 2026 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 4 Mar. 2026.

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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