Definition

Noun: An exercise for strengthening the arms and chest, performed by lying face down on the floor and then raising and lowering the body using the arms.

Usage

The word "pushup" (also commonly spelled "push-up") is used to refer to the specific physical exercise. It is typically used with verbs like "do," "perform," or "complete."

Examples

• He does fifty pushups every morning as part of his routine.
• The fitness test requires you to perform as many pushups as you can in one minute.
• She improved her strength by adding pushups to her workout.

Advanced Usage

• "Drop and give me [number] pushups!": A command, often used humorously or in military-style contexts, meaning to immediately get on the floor and perform the specified number of pushups.
  • The coach saw the player arrive late and yelled, "Drop and give me twenty pushups!"
• "Knock out some pushups": To do a set of pushups quickly or energetically.
  • I like to knock out some pushups during a break to get my blood flowing.

Variants and Related Words

• Push-up: The hyphenated spelling is a common variant of "pushup."
• Press-up: (Chiefly British English) A synonym for "pushup."
• Modified pushup / Knee pushup: A variation of the exercise performed with knees on the floor to reduce difficulty.

Synonyms

• Press-up
• Floor press

Related Phrases

• Do a set of pushups: To complete a specific number of pushups consecutively.
  • His goal is to do a set of 30 pushups without stopping.
• Pushup form / Pushup position: Refers to the correct body alignment for performing the exercise.
  • Keep your back straight and your core tight for proper pushup form.

Noun

1. an arm exercise performed lying face to the floor and pushing the body up and down with the arms