Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bench-press
verb
/bɛnʧ prɛs/
Definition
A weightlifting exercise in which an individual lies on their back on a bench and lifts a barbell or dumbbells vertically.
Examples
- He bench-pressed 200 pounds at the gym yesterday.
- Learning how to properly bench-press can help increase your upper body strength.
Meaning
The act of pressing weights away from the chest while lying on a bench.
Synonyms
- press
- chest press
- weight press
