Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chin-up
noun
ˈʧɪn-ʌp
Definition
A chin-up is an exercise in which a person hangs from a bar and pulls their body upwards until their chin is above the bar.
Examples
- He did several chin-ups as part of his workout routine.
- After practicing for weeks, she managed to do her first chin-up.
- The trainer encouraged everyone to include chin-ups to enhance their upper body strength.
Meaning
Chin-ups primarily strengthen the back, biceps, and shoulders and are considered a measure of upper body strength.
Synonyms
- pull-up
- exercise
- strength training activity
