physical education

noun

1. systematic instruction in sports, exercises, and hygiene given as part of a school or college program.

physical education

noun

1. PE. training and practice in sports, gymnastics, etc, as in schools and colleges

Word History and Origins

Origin of physical education¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

“These disparities stem from systemic barriers such as financial limitations, uneven program quality, outdated physical education standards and the lack of a coordinated statewide strategy.”

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There, the physical education graduate hopes to pick up swimming classes to pay his way.

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Hodgkiss had been a football coach and physical education teacher at Bishop Montgomery for 15 years until he was fired last week.

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The day began with a lecture on the dangers of pesticides and keeping hydrated, followed by calisthenics I probably hadn’t done since physical education in junior high.

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She never thought this sport she sometimes teaches in her elementary physical education classes could become this big.

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