kinesiology

noun

ki·​ne·​si·​ol·​o·​gy kə-ˌnē-sē-ˈä-lə-jē How to pronounce kinesiology (audio)
kī-,
-zē- How to pronounce kinesiology (audio)
: the study of the principles of mechanics and anatomy in relation to human movement
kinesiologist noun

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Kinesiologists study the acquisition of motor skills, the mechanical aspects of movement, and the body's responses to physical activity. A kinesiologist may work in a public-school fitness program, design exercise programs for people with and without disabilities, or work with patients recovering from disease, accidents, and surgery. As a field of research, kinesiology focuses particularly on the mechanics of muscular activity.

Examples of kinesiology in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Reach Bryant Stamford, a professor of kinesiology and integrative physiology at Hanover College, at stamford@hanover.edu. Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 26 Sep. 2024 These measures include getting plenty of rest, doing light exercise, using kinesiology tape, staying hydrated, wearing compression gear, and more. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2024 Jo Morrison is a professor of kinesiology at Longwood University in Farmville, Va., where Eric Moore is a professor of philosophy. Jo Morrison and Eric Moore, STAT, 4 Aug. 2024 With each event following his knee injury, his limp became more pronounced and the amount of kinesiology tape grew. Stacy St. Clair, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for kinesiology 

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Word History

Etymology

Greek kinēsis

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of kinesiology was in 1894

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“Kinesiology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kinesiology. Accessed 9 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

kinesiology

noun
ki·​ne·​si·​ol·​o·​gy kə-ˌnē-sē-ˈäl-ə-jē How to pronounce kinesiology (audio) kī- How to pronounce kinesiology (audio)
-zē-
plural kinesiologies
: the study of the principles of mechanics and anatomy in relation to human movement
kinesiologic adjective
or kinesiological
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