To work out
Example: I like to work out at the gym every morning.
Definition
"To work out" means to engage in physical exercise or activity, typically at a gym or similar setting, with the goal of improving fitness, strength, or overall health. For example, saying "I like to work out at the gym every morning" describes regular exercise routines.
Etymology
The phrase "to work out" combines the verb "work," originating from Old English "weorc," meaning labor or effort, with "out," implying completion or thoroughness. The expression evolved to describe exerting effort until a desired result is achieved, later extending to physical exercise by the early 20th century. Did you know? The idea of 'working out' physically became popular with the rise of modern gyms and fitness culture.
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"To work out" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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