Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

out-of-shape

adjective

/ˌaʊt əv ˈʃeɪp/

Definition

Not in good physical condition; unfit or not in shape due to lack of exercise or unhealthy habits.

Examples

After a long winter, I felt out-of-shape when I tried to run.
He realized he was out-of-shape when he struggled to keep up with his friends on a hike.
Many people become out-of-shape after the holiday season due to indulgent eating habits.

Meaning

The term ‘out-of-shape’ refers to someone who may have lost physical fitness and strength, often as a result of a sedentary lifestyle or poor dietary choices.