biostatics

[ bahy-oh-stat-iks ]

noun(used with a singular verb)
  1. the science dealing with living organisms at rest, considered as systems or structures in relation to their functions: Using biostatics, we can investigate the strength of bone and cartilage, as well as the lubrication and wear of joints.: Compare biodynamics (def. 1).

Origin of biostatics

1
First recorded in 1870–75; bio- + statics

Other words from biostatics

  • bi·o·stat·ic, bi·o·stat·i·cal, adjective

Words Nearby biostatics

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British Dictionary definitions for biostatics

biostatics

/ (ˌbaɪəʊˈstætɪks) /


noun
  1. (functioning as singular) the branch of biology that deals with the structure of organisms in relation to their function

Derived forms of biostatics

  • biostatic, adjective
  • biostatically, adverb

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