chin-up

/tʃɪn əp/
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Definitions of chin-up
  1. noun
    an arm exercise performed by pulling yourself up on a horizontal bar until your chin is level with the bar
    synonyms: pull-up
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    type of:
    arm exercise
    exercise designed to strengthen the arm muscles
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