qigong

noun

qi·​gong ˈchē-ˈgu̇ŋ How to pronounce qigong (audio)
often capitalized
: an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises

Examples of qigong in a Sentence

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Word History

Etymology

Chinese (Beijing) qìgōng, from chi + gōng achievement, skill

First Known Use

1974, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of qigong was in 1974

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Cite this Entry

“Qigong.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/qigong. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

qigong

noun
qi·​gong ˈchē-ˈgu̇ŋ How to pronounce qigong (audio)
often capitalized
: an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises designed to improve physical and mental well-being and prevent disease

called also chi kung, ch'i kung

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