gym

noun

ˈjim 

1

: gymnasium

2

: physical education

3

: a usually metal frame supporting an assortment of outdoor play equipment (such as a swing, seesaw, and rings)

Synonyms of gym

• gymnasium

Examples of gym in a Sentence

He works out at the gym.

Students are required to take gym.

Recent Examples on the Web

The five-bedroom features hardwood floors, original mahogany millwork, a sunroom, a dining room with French doors inlaid with arches, an eat-in kitchen, and a lower level with a gym, billiards, and a fireplace. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 15 Sep. 2026

When companies consider office space, Dubois said, amenities like a gym, lounge and food options are often on prospective tenants’ list. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2026

This includes expenses like gym memberships, nutrition plans, GLP-1 medications and sports for dependents, according to Paxton’s campaign. — Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2026

The house also has an elevator, a gym, a garden, and a landscaped terrace. — Kim Velsey, Curbed, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1871, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing gym

• jungle gym

Rhymes for gym

• brim
• clim
• dim
• grim
• him
• hymn
• im
• limb
• mim
• prim
• rim
• scrim

Kids Definition

gym

noun

ˈjim 

1

: gymnasium

2

: physical education