lift weights — To engage in strength training by raising and lowering heavy objects, typically barbells or dumbbells
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To engage in strength training by raising and lowering heavy objects, typically barbells or dumbbells
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɪft weɪts/
Korean meaning: 바벨이나 덤벨 같은 무거운 물체를 들어올리고 내리는 근력 운동을 하다
Korean pronunciation: **리**프트 **웨**이츠
Example Sentences
- My grandmother started lifting weights at 70 and now she's stronger than her grandson!
- Professional athletes lift weights to improve their performance in their respective sports.
- He's been lifting weights for months but still struggles to open a pickle jar.
lift weights
VERB//lɪft weɪts//
To engage in strength training by raising and lowering heavy objects, typically barbells or dumbbells
To engage in strength training by raising and lowering heavy objects, typically barbells or dumbbells
Shift your stance and lift weights swift!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Lift는 고대 노르웨이어 'lypta'(들어올리다)에서, weight는 고대 영어 'wiht'(무게)에서 유래되어 현대의 근력 운동 개념으로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother started lifting weights at 70 and now she's stronger than her grandson!”
“Professional athletes lift weights to improve their performance in their respective sports.”
“He's been lifting weights for months but still struggles to open a pickle jar.”
“The doctor recommended that she lift weights twice a week to strengthen her bones.”
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