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

At-home fitness features — saunas, meditation rooms, gyms, and recovery spaces — are also trending. — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Today, the shopping center is home to senior apartments, a gym and fast-casual chains Papa John’s and Subway. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026

So the Sephora Performance Center might as well be a junior high school gym. — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

The main salon and dining room flow onto a beach area with a pool, bar, and gym, creating a spectacular two-level living area by the water. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 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