: the 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
variants
or ch'i
or less commonly qi,
often Chi
: vital energy that is held to animate the body internally and is of central importance in some Eastern systems of medical treatment (such as acupuncture) and of exercise or self-defense (such as tai chi)
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Noun (2)
the concept of chi is of central importance in acupuncture
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Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025
In tandem came the flagging energy, muddy cognition, clogged chi.
—Rowan Jacobsen, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Tai chi is a form of exercise that involves slow, gentle movements and balancing poses.
—Carrie Madormo, Health, 19 Oct. 2025
Try the Five Elements treatment, crafted to balance our chi.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 8 May 2025
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Tai chi Walking, jogging, or running If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia (the precursor to osteoporosis), check with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program.
—Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025
In tandem came the flagging energy, muddy cognition, clogged chi.
—Rowan Jacobsen, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Tai chi is a form of exercise that involves slow, gentle movements and balancing poses.
—Carrie Madormo, Health, 19 Oct. 2025
Try the Five Elements treatment, crafted to balance our chi.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 8 May 2025
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“Chi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chi. Accessed 29 Dec. 2025.
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