barbell
nounUK /ˈbɑː.bel/
US /ˈbɑːr.bel/
A barbell is a long metal bar with heavy weights on each end that people lift for exercise.
He lifted the barbell above his head at the gym.
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2. A metal bar with weights attached at both ends, used in competitive weightlifting and powerlifting.
The powerlifter loaded the barbell with four plates before his squat attempt.
3. A type of piercing jewelry consisting of a straight bar with a ball on each end.
She got a barbell piercing on her eyebrow.
4. A rigid bar used in machinery or mechanics to connect or support parts.
The engineer replaced the worn barbell linkage in the press.