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

Gillis hosted the late-night sketch show on Saturday night and spent his monologue commenting on how women dress at the gym. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2026

Russ has a solid roster of people from different stretches of Tyson’s life, from childhood friends to gym partners to follow boxers to family members to several of the women who didn’t divorce him or accuse him of rape. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026

An online listing for the condo building boasts a menu of luxury amenities, including a gym, rooftop pool and pet spa. — Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Americans are spending more on health and wellness, research shows — and for some home gym enthusiasts, the cost can quickly climb into the thousands. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 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