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body mechanics

American  

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)
  1. a set of exercises designed to develop an individual's coordination, grace, and stamina.


Etymology

Origin of body mechanics

First recorded in 1965–70

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A movement specialist worked on his body mechanics.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 10, 2025

The same applies to athletes’ and their body mechanics.

From Seattle Times Aug. 16, 2022

Years ago, body mechanics forced me to give up tennis and ice skating and now strenuous gardening.

From New York Times Sep. 13, 2021

“Like body mechanics and things like that, which will be the difference between getting to the quarterback and getting the sack, and getting close to the quarterback.”

From Washington Times Apr. 25, 2020

With a chapter on the heart and circulation as related to body mechanics, by William J. Kerr 3d ed., completely rev. © 23Jul41; A155760.

From U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1969 July - December by Library of Congress. Copyright Office

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