gymnasium

noun

jim-ˈnā-zē-əm How to pronounce gymnasium (audio)
Definition of gymnasiumnext
as in gym
a building or room used for sports activities and exercising since it was raining, the kids had recess in the gymnasium

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Recent Examples of gymnasium Perry was just four months from his 80th birthday, yet still regularly attended a local gymnasium to lift weights and impart wisdom on other gymgoers. — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 16 June 2026 As a 7-year-old, I’d entertain my father’s friends, at their weekly pickup game at a Bronx barn-house gymnasium, by imitating his game face—bottom lip jutting, eyes scowling. — Sean Gregory, Time, 14 June 2026 The modern word most likely derives from the Greek Cynosarges, a temple of Heracles (better known as the Roman Hercules) that also served as a public gymnasium. — Theodore McDarrah, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Perhaps the most similar to Sunday’s event and the presidency — in sport, not spectacle — is President Theodore Roosevelt, who famously enjoyed boxing in the White House gymnasium until he was injured. — Phil Helsel, NBC news, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for gymnasium
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  • Bryan West Your English teacher and your gym teacher are officially married.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The other fighters and coaches celebrate his successes, said the gym owner, Roger Krahl.
    — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
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“Gymnasium.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gymnasium. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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