n.
Function: verb
1
Synonyms: USE 2, apply, bestow, employ, exploit, handle, utilize
Idioms: put into practice
2
Synonyms: EXERT , ply, put out, throw, wield
3 to use repeatedly in order to master or strengthen FF1C; beginning swimmers exercising their new skill FF1E; FF1C; games that exercise the muscles FF1E;
Synonyms: drill, practice, rehearse
Related Words: break in, condition, groom, prepare, train; cultivate, develop, foster, improve; fix, set
4
Synonyms: ANNOY 1, abrade, bother, ||bug, chafe, fret, gall, irk, provoke, vex