kinesiology

American  

[ki-nee-see-ol-uh-jee, -zee-, kahy-] / kɪˌni siˈɒl ə dʒi, -zi-, kaɪ- /

noun

1. the science dealing with the interrelationship of the physiological processes and anatomy of the human body with respect to movement.

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kinesiology British  

/ kɪˌniːsɪˈɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the study of the mechanics and anatomy of human muscles

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Other Word Forms

• kinesiologist noun

Etymology

Origin of kinesiology

First recorded in 1890–95; from Greek kī́nēsi(s) “movement” ( kinesis ) + -o- + -logy

Example Sentences

The study compared 12 different therapies, including laser therapy, electrical stimulation, knee braces, insoles, kinesiology tape, water-based therapy, exercise, and ultrasound.

From Science Daily

What sets Manyweather apart from the rest is his unique combination of playing as an offensive lineman in college himself, as well as his degree in history and kinesiology.

From BBC

I started with kinesiology until I realized I suck at science and math.

From Los Angeles Times

Moody said he already has a plan for himself: go to a four-year university, study kinesiology and become a physical therapist.

From Los Angeles Times

While eyes were on the pinnacle of sport at Melbourne Park, he was playing events on the third-tier ITF Tour and still finishing his kinesiology degree at university in the United States.

From BBC