exert /ig-zûrtˈ/

1. To cause (oneself) to make a strenuous (esp physical) effort
2. To bring into active operation
3. To put forth (obsolete)
4. To do or perform (obsolete)

exerˈtion noun

1. A bringing into active operation
2. Striving
3. Strenuous activity

exertˈive adjective

1. Having the power or tendency to exert
2. Using exertion

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