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kinesiology

Pronunciation: /kɪˌniːsɪˈɒlədʒi, kʌɪ-/
Definition of kinesiology

noun

[mass noun]
  • the study of the mechanics of body movements.

Derivatives

kinesiological

adjective

kinesiologist

noun

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek kinēsis 'movement' (from kinein 'to move') + -logy

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