ekker

noun3

1. •
   (UK) Physical activity intended to improve strength and fitness.

   • "Give me ekker," said Beatrice contemptuously. "There's no ekker in biking that I can see." — 1920
2. •
   (UK) Scholastic activity designed to develop or hone academic skills.
3. •
   (Australia, Ireland) Homework.

   • The dog ate my ekker. — 2015