weights

/weɪts/noun

Heavy objects, such as dumbbells or barbells, lifted during exercise to strengthen the muscles.

Example sentences

“She lifts weights at the gym three times a week.”
“The gym has free weights and machines for every muscle group.”

The fixed phrase is 'lift weights'; the activity is 'weight training' or 'weightlifting'.

Related words

gymA place equipped with weights, exercise machines, and space for working out.barbellA long metal bar with heavy weights fixed at both ends, gripped in the middle when lifting.lockerA lockable storage cabinet, usually in a public place like a school, gym, or station, where people keep their personal belongings.dumbbellA piece of exercise equipment made of a short handle with equal weights fixed at both ends.jerseyA sports shirt worn by a team player, often loose-fitting and printed with the player's name, number, and team logo.treadmillAn exercise machine with a moving belt that lets you walk or run without going anywhere.