phys ed

American

[fiz ed] / ˈfɪz ˈɛd /

Or phys. ed.

noun

Informal.

physical education.

Etymology

Origin of phys ed

First recorded in 1950–55; by shortening

Example Sentences

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The vibe was relaxed and inclusive: phys ed class with your favorite teacher who’s been at the school forever.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

But I used to get $25 to $30 a day during the winter, teaching phys ed in the middle school — sixth, seventh and eighth grade.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 24, 2023

But I used to get $25 to $30 a day during the winter, teaching phys ed in the middle school - sixth, seventh and eighth grade.

From Washington Times • Nov. 24, 2023

To someone who couldn’t even get himself over the pommel horse in phys ed, this looked like a superpower.

From Washington Post • Oct. 30, 2019

“Why don’t you just call them my state-issued phys ed pantaloons and balloon blouse while you’re at it?”

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali

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