exerciser

exerciser — noun

1. a person who does physical activity such as running, swimming, or weight trainin

1.名詞B1
釋義

a person who does physical activity such as running, swimming, or weight training, especially on a regular basis

例句

Regular exercisers often feel more energetic throughout the day.

collocation: regular exercisers

The gym fills with early-morning exercisers before sunrise.

compound noun: early-morning exercisers

同義詞
  • workout enthusiast

    more informal and emotional — suggests enjoyment rather than habit

  • gym-goer

    narrower — specifically someone who exercises at a gym, not outdoors or at home

  • fitness buff

    informal — suggests a high level of dedication and knowledge

  • athlete

    stronger — implies competitive sport or professional training, not just casual exercise

反義詞
  • couch potato

    informal and humorous — someone who sits around and does little physical activity

文法句型

exerciser + verb

用法筆記

Often modified by frequency adjectives such as "regular", "frequent", or "lifelong". Less common than describing someone more specifically ("a runner", "a swimmer", "someone who works out").

常見錯誤

❌She is an exerciser athlete.
✅She is a regular exerciser.
💡'exerciser' already names the person; adding 'athlete' is redundant.
❌I bought an exerciser to use at home' (when meaning equipment).
✅I bought a home exerciser to use at home.
💡Ambiguous without context; add 'home' or name the type of device.

2. a piece of equipment designed to help a person do physical activity, such as a m

2.名詞B2
釋義

a piece of equipment designed to help a person do physical activity, such as a machine, a tool, or a simple device that works a specific part of the body

例句

Jessica bought a small hand exerciser to rebuild her grip strength after surgery.

collocation: hand exerciser for rehabilitation

This portable exerciser folds flat and fits easily into a backpack.

portable exerciser as home fitness tool

同義詞
  • fitness machine

    narrower — implies a bigger, more mechanical device, not small tools like hand grippers

  • training device

    more formal — used in product descriptions and medical contexts

  • exercise equipment

    uncountable and broader — covers all gear including mats, weights, and machines

文法句型

[noun] + exerciser

exerciser + for + [body part]

用法筆記

Usually combined with a preceding noun that specifies the body part or type ("ab exerciser", "arm exerciser", "stair exerciser"). When used alone it can sound vague — native speakers prefer to name the specific device ("rowing machine", "elliptical trainer", "resistance bands").

常見錯誤

❌I need an exerciser for my arms.
✅I need an arm exerciser.
💡The compound noun form is the natural way to specify the body part.
❌She exercises on an exerciser every morning.
✅She exercises on a stair-climbing exerciser every morning.
💡'exerciser' alone is vague; name the type for clarity.