Meaning of work out in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

verb

• (with object after out) To calculate.

  Example: Can you work out 250 × 12 in your head for me?

• To make sense of.

  Example: I can't work these instructions out.

• To smooth or perfect.

  Example: This is a beta version; we're still working out the kinks.

• To conclude with the correct solution.

  Example: These figures just don't work out.

• To succeed; to result in a satisfactory situation.

  Example: Are you still seeing John? – No, it didn't work out.

• To exercise.

  Example: John won't be here for a while because he is working out.

• To habitually exercise rigorously, especially by lifting weights, in order to increase strength or muscle mass or maintain fitness.

  Example: Wow, you're looking good! Do you work out?

• To earn a wage working away from one's farm.