callisthenics

[kal-uhs-then-iks]

noun

1. (used with a singular or plural verb),  calisthenics.

callisthenics

/ ˌkælɪsˈθɛnɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as plural) light exercises designed to promote general fitness, develop muscle tone, etc

2. (functioning as singular) the practice of callisthenic exercises

Other Word Forms

• callisthenic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of callisthenics¹

C19: from _calli- + Greek sthenos strength