Phrase guide

power rack

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A metal cage consisting of support pillars with adjustable bars and hooks, using for supporting a barbell during heavy weightlifting exercises.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: bodybuilding, hobbies, lifestyle, sports, weightlifting

Examples

  • 2008, Lou Schuler, "Foreward", in Nate Green, Built for Show, page xii I had no bench or power rack, so by necessity every exercise I did started with the weights on the floor.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: squat cage, squat rack, weight rack

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: barbell rack

History

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Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 深蹲架 — metal cage to support a barbell during weightlifting
  • Finnish: kyykkyhäkki — metal cage to support a barbell during weightlifting
  • French: cage à squats — metal cage to support a barbell during weightlifting
  • German: Kniebeugenständer — metal cage to support a barbell during weightlifting
  • Japanese: パワーラック — metal cage to support a barbell during weightlifting
  • Occitan: gàbia d'esquats — metal cage to support a barbell during weightlifting