dumbbell
/ˈdʌmˌbɛl/
noun
- A short bar with weights on each end, used for exercise to strengthen muscles.
- The gym has a rack of dumbbells ranging from 5 to 50 pounds.
- She lifted a 10-pound dumbbell to work on her biceps.
- I do dumbbell rows every Tuesday to build back strength.
- A stupid person (informal, mildly insulting).
- Don't be such a dumbbell—read the instructions first.
- He called me a dumbbell for forgetting my umbrella, but it wasn't even raining.
- Only a dumbbell would try to microwave a metal spoon.