deadlift
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdɛdˌlɪft/
KK: /ˈdɛdˌlɪft/
noun
Definition
A type of exercise in which a person lifts a heavy barbell from the ground while standing up straight, using their legs and back.
Example
He improved his strength by adding deadlifts to his workout routine.
Conversation
Have you ever tried a deadlift at the gym?
Yeah, I did one last week, and it was tough!
I heard it's great for building strength.
It really is, but my back was sore for days after.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lift
hoist
pull
Antonyms
drop
lower
release
verb
Definition
To lift a heavy weight, usually a barbell, from the ground to a standing position using the legs and back.
Example
He decided to deadlift to improve his strength and fitness.
Tense Forms
Past: deadlifted
Past Participle: deadlifted
Conversation
I started adding deadlift exercises to my routine this week.
That's awesome! How do you feel about it?
It's tough, but I can already see some progress in my strength.
Root Explanation
Deadlift → The word is formed from "dead" (from Old English "dead", meaning no longer alive) and "lift" (from Old English "lyftan", meaning to raise or elevate). The term "deadlift" refers to the act of lifting a weight from a resting position on the ground, often associated with lifting a weight that is 'dead' or not in motion.
Memory Tip
Think of lifting something that is 'no longer alive' ('dead') from the ground, which helps you remember that a deadlift is about raising a weight that is at rest.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.