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Dumbbell: meaning, definitions and examples

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dumbbell

 

[ หˆdสŒmหŒbษ›l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fitness equipment

A dumbbell is a type of free weight that consists of a short bar with a fixed amount of weight at each end. They are commonly used in strength training and fitness workouts to enhance muscle strength and endurance. Dumbbells allow for a variety of exercises targeting different muscle groups, making them a versatile tool in personal training and weightlifting regimes. They come in many different shapes, sizes, and weights, catering to all levels of fitness enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced athletes.

Synonyms

free weight, hand weight

Examples of usage

  • He lifted a dumbbell during his workout.
  • The gym had a full set of dumbbells for strength training.
  • She prefers to use dumbbells over machines.
  • I bought a pair of dumbbells for home exercise.

Translations

Translations of the word "dumbbell" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น halter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเค‚เคฌเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kurzhantel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dumbbell

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐะฝั‚ะตะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hantel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ€ใƒณใƒ™ใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท haltรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mancuerna

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dumbbell

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ค๋ฒจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏู…ุจู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ฤinka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hantel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ“‘้“ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uteลพ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dumbbell

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดัŠะผะฑะตะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒฃแƒ›แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dumbbell

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mancuerna

Etymology

The term 'dumbbell' dates back to the 17th century. It originally referred to a type of weight used in training for the act of bell ringingโ€”specifically, for those practicing without actually ringing a bell. The 'dumb' in dumbbell signifies the absence of sound since these weights were silent, unlike the bells they were designed to mimic. By the 18th century, the term evolved to describe weights used for exercising and strength training as we know today. The design, featuring a short bar with weights on each end, allows for a more controlled and isolated workout, which has contributed to their enduring popularity in fitness regimes worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,215 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.