n. Function: noun
1 the act of bringing into play or realizing in action FF1C; one can usually avoid accidents by the exercise of foresight FF1E;
Synonyms: application, employment, exercising, exertion, operation, use; compare USE 1
Contrasted Words: dereliction, disregard, neglect; carelessness, heedlessness, inattention, laxity
2 regular or repeated appropriate use of a faculty, power, or bodily organ FF1C; muscular atrophy from lack of exercise FF1E;
Synonyms: activity, exercising, exertion
Related Words: action, movement; practice, use, workout
Contrasted Words: inactiveness, inactivity; idleness, unemployment
3 something practiced or performed in order to develop, improve, or display a specific power or skill FF1C; spelling exercises FF1E;
Synonyms: drill, drilling, practice
4 a performance having a strongly marked secondary or ulterior aspect FF1C; his writing is an exercise in confusion FF1E;
Synonyms: lesson, study