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

Someone’s going to have to do some remodeling to the Highlanders’ famous gym because a banner will soon be hung. —Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026

For the Hiram Johnson Warriors, that mandate has put new focus on the gym mural featuring a stereotypical depiction of a Native American. —Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026

Already budgeting time for the elliptical or the free weights area ahead of your next gym visit? —Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 28 May 2026

Béis has expanded its offerings over the last few years to include kid-friendly luggage, stylish diaper bags, gym bags, commuter totes, and even fun, limited-edition color drops and collaborations. —Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 May 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