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bioenergetics

Syllabification: (bi·o·en·er·get·ics)
Definition of bioenergetics

noun

[treated as singular]
  • 1the study of the transformation of energy in living organisms.
  • 2a system of alternative psychotherapy based on the belief that emotional healing can be aided through resolution of bodily tension.

Derivatives

bioenergetic

adjective

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