"military press" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: military presses [plural]
Etymology: The form of a military press resembles a soldier standing at attention. Head templates: {{en-noun}} military press (plural military presses)
  1. An exercise in which one raises a dumbbell above the head while keeping the feet together.
    Sense id: en-military_press-en-noun-QdcEaYm~ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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