Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-pump-iron
verb phrase
/tə pʌmp ˈaɪərn/
Definition
To engage in strength training or weightlifting with the intention of building muscle.
Examples
- Many athletes choose to pump iron as part of their training routine.
- He spent the summer at the gym, determined to pump iron and improve his strength.
- She pumps iron every morning, following a strict workout plan.
Meaning
The phrase ‘to pump iron’ refers to the act of lifting weights, often associated with bodybuilding or fitness training.
Synonyms
- weightlifting
- strength training
- bodybuilding
- lifting weights
