aerobic

[ ai-roh-bik ]

/ ɛəˈroʊ bɪk /

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adjective

(of an organism or tissue) requiring the presence of air or free oxygen for life.

pertaining to or caused by the presence of oxygen.

of or utilizing the principles of aerobics: aerobic exercises; aerobic dances.

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Origin of aerobic

First recorded in 1880–85; aerobe + -ic

OTHER WORDS FROM aerobic

aer·o·bi·cal·ly, adverbnon·aer·o·bic, adjective

Words nearby aerobic

aeroballistics, aerobat, aerobatics, aerobe, Aerobee, aerobic, aerobic dancing, aerobics, aerobiology, aerobiosis, aerobium

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How to use aerobic in a sentence

You could also center your workouts around aerobic, anaerobic, resistance, and flexibility training, says Yuri Feito, an associate professor of exercise science at Kennesaw State University.
You should definitely rotate your workouts|John Kennedy|September 28, 2020|Popular-Science
The aerobic microbes turned out to be a highly diverse group.
Some deep-seafloor microbes still alive after 100 million years!|Carolyn Gramling|September 1, 2020|Science News For Students
Morono and his colleagues wondered if this oxygen might allow aerobic, or oxygen-loving, microbes in the sediment to hang on, waiting for their next meal.
Some deep-seafloor microbes still alive after 100 million years!|Carolyn Gramling|September 1, 2020|Science News For Students
As an athlete starts out, there are enough low-hanging aerobic fruit that consistently faster running may be rewarded.
17 Training Myths, Addressed by a Running Coach|Brendan Leonard|August 30, 2020|Outside Online

So Morono and colleagues wondered whether any aerobic, or oxygen-liking, microbes found there might be revivable.
These ancient seafloor microbes woke up after over 100 million years|Carolyn Gramling|July 28, 2020|Science News
But his voice never seems to crack or weaken, and he's always in motion—jiggling, aerobic walking, jumping, dancing.
The Stacks: Pauline Kael's Talking Heads Obsession|Pauline Kael|November 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
But the science reveals that aerobic training is the best form of exercise for weight loss.
Dispelling the ‘Chronic Cardio’ Myth|Jason Fitzgerald|April 23, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Over-training is the result of systemic inflammation and under-recovery—not aerobic exercise.
Dispelling the ‘Chronic Cardio’ Myth|Jason Fitzgerald|April 23, 2014|DAILY BEAST
My hypnotic trip is the highly oxygenated state of aerobic exercise.
Justin Cronin: How I Write|Noah Charney|October 10, 2012|DAILY BEAST
My inventing time is all done under the influence of aerobic exercise.
Justin Cronin: How I Write|Noah Charney|October 10, 2012|DAILY BEAST
(c) The number of aerobic organisms "growing at 37° C." present per gramme of the soil.
The Elements of Bacteriological Technique|John William Henry Eyre
(a) The number of aerobic micro-organisms present per gramme of the soil.
The Elements of Bacteriological Technique|John William Henry Eyre
Gradually, as decay progresses, the aerobic organisms increase in number.
Manures and the principles of manuring|Charles Morton Aikman
Anaerobic species usually require little oxygen, but aerobic species a free supply.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 2|Various
It is one of the aerobic ferments, and is present in what is known as the "mother" of vinegar and is secreted by it.
Human Foods and Their Nutritive Value|Harry Snyder

British Dictionary definitions for aerobic

aerobic

/ (ɛəˈrəʊbɪk) /

adjective

(of an organism or process) depending on oxygen

of or relating to aerobes

designed for or relating to aerobicsaerobic shoes; aerobic dances

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Scientific definitions for aerobic

aerobic

[ â-rō′bĭk ]

Occurring in the presence of oxygen or requiring oxygen to live. In aerobic respiration, which is the process used by the cells of most organisms, the production of energy from glucose metabolism requires the presence of oxygen. Compare anaerobic.

Cultural definitions for aerobic

aerobic

[ (air-oh-bik) ]

In biology, a descriptive term for organisms that require the presence of oxygen to live. (Compare anaerobic.)

notes for aerobic

Aerobic exercise, such as running, swimming, and doing calisthenics for an extended time, is designed to improve the body's use of oxygen.

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