callisthenics

American

[kal-uhs-then-iks] / ˌkæl əsˈθɛn ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb) calisthenics.

callisthenics British

/ ˌkælɪsˈθɛnɪks /

noun

(functioning as plural) light exercises designed to promote general fitness, develop muscle tone, etc
(functioning as singular) the practice of callisthenic exercises

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Other Word Forms

callisthenic

adjective

Etymology

Origin of callisthenics

C19: from _calli- + Greek sthenos strength

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Callisthenics, kal-is-then′iks, n.pl. exercises for the purpose of promoting gracefulness as well as strength of body.—adj.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 1 of 4: A-D) by Various

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