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单词 calisthenics
释义

calisthenics

noun

cal·​is·​then·​ics ˌka-ləs-ˈthe-niks How to pronounce calisthenics (audio)
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
1
: systematic rhythmic bodily exercises performed usually without apparatus
2
usually singular in construction : the art or practice of calisthenics

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web On a sweltering day last week, three seniors from Goodwin House Alexandria sat in the barn’s indoor riding arena as Wallingford guided them through gentle calisthenics. Tara Bahrampour, Washington Post, 28 July 2022 Laurie Shaw is known for taking on a wide array of 30-day fitness challenges, from intensive Krav Maga and Muay Thai training, to attempting to master some of the most challenging calisthenics moves. Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 9 Apr. 2022 There are tons of benefits of calisthenics workouts, too. Jenny Mccoy, SELF, 21 May 2022 The company hosts weekly farm-to-table barbecues and an annual field day for staff to get outside and romp with kickball, dodgeball, ultimate Frisbee, and calisthenics. Nick Davidson, Outside Online, 1 Oct. 2014 With the help of soccer influencers Brandon and Esteban, William begins his day as Ronaldo would: with a 5 a.m. calisthenics workout. Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 15 May 2022 Corny music plays over homoerotic b-roll of sinewy athletes hurtling spears and columns of young men in short shorts doing calisthenics. Ian Allen, The New Republic, 20 Apr. 2022 This popular albeit difficult-to-master calisthenics staple isn't bad per se, but Cavaliere has an issue with the transition between different stages of the exercise. Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 19 Mar. 2022 Ling’s methods – emphasizing group classes, comfortable clothes, calisthenics, and dance – caught on and spread wide. Tribune News Service, oregonlive, 15 Feb. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Greek kalos beautiful + sthenos strength

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

calisthenics

noun plural

cal·​is·​then·​ics
ˌka-ləs-ˈthe-niks
: exercises (as push-ups and jumping jacks) to develop strength and flexibility that are done without special equipment
Hint: Calisthenics can be used as a singular or as a plural in writing and speaking. Calisthenics is an important form of exercise. This morning's calisthenics were tough.

Medical Definition

calisthenics

noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction

cal·​is·​then·​ics
variants or British callisthenics
-iks How to pronounce calisthenics (audio)
1
: systematic rhythmic bodily exercises performed usually without apparatus
2
usually singular in construction : the art or practice of calisthenics

calisthenics

plural noun

as in gymnastics
physical movements that are done without special equipment to improve health or gain strength The players warmed up for the game by doing calisthenics.

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