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anthropometrics, n. pl. (const. as sing.)|ˌænθrəpəʊˈmɛtrɪks|
[f. anthropometric a.: see -ic 2.]
Anthropometry, esp. as used in designing furniture and machinery; the use of anthropometric measurements in this way. In first quot., spec. = bertillonage n.
1887Daily Tel. 29 Sept. 5/3 The system formulated..by this ingenious gentleman [sc. M. Bertillon] is termed anthropometrics, and is mainly based on the measurement and registration of certain bone dimensions in the human body. 1951J. M. Fraser Psychol. ix. 89 A number of scientists, among whom was Sir Francis Galton, became interested in human measurements. They gave their studies the somewhat clumsy name of anthropometrics. 1966Jrnl. Indian Inst. Architects Dec. 6/1 This study analyses various living activities performed in an average Indian household to outline their characteristics and formulate their groupings and space requirements in the light of anthropometrics and other guiding factors. 1970Homes & Gardens June 159/1 The study of anthropometrics and the development of man-made frames and filling materials means that there is no excuse for even inexpensive upholstered furniture being uncomfortable. 1982Mini-Micro Syst. Sept. 276/1 ‘Ergonomics’ is generally defined as the science of making the work environment safer and more comfortable for workers... The term ‘anthropometrics’ is more discriminating, meaning the study of human body measurements, and may soon replace ergonomics as a buzzword. |