noun
aerobics
uh-ROH-bihks
noun
1
A form of exercise, often done to music, aimed at improving heart and lung fitness.
"She takes an aerobics class three times a week at the gym."
How to Use Aerobics
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishExercise routines, usually set to music, designed to boost cardiovascular fitness.
Common pairings
aerobics class
water aerobics
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Etymology
From aerobic (relating to oxygen use in exercise) plus -s, ultimately from Greek ἀήρ ("air") and βίος ("life").