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Pilates
(pɪlɑːtiz)
uncountable noun
Pilates is a type of exercise that is similar to yoga.
She'd never done Pilates before.
Pilates in British English
(pɪˈlɑːtiːz)
noun
a system of gentle exercise performed lying down that stretches and lengthens the muscles, designed to improve posture, flexibility, etc
Word origin
C20: named after Joseph Pilates (1880–1967), its German inventorPilates in American English
(pəˈlɑtiz)
noun
an exercise program, usually involving the use of special equipment, designed to strengthen the muscles of the abdomen, lower back, and buttocks and to improve overall flexibility and coordination
Word origin
after J. H. Pilates (1880-1967), Ger fitness instructorImage ofPilates
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British English: Pilates NOUN
Pilates is a type of exercise that is similar to yoga.
She'd never done Pilates before.
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- Japanese: ピラテス
- Korean: 필라테스
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