Calisthenics
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkæ.lɪsˈθɛ.nɪks/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calisthenics is a noun meaning (in the singular) A system of such exercises.
Meaning
(in the singular) A system of such exercises.
More Meanings
- (in the plural) Physical exercises with the participation of a multitude of muscles and often minimal equipment (thus, usually bodyweight exercises); strength training aspects and cardio aspects are both involved, and stamina is often a focus.
Example Sentences
Just before sacktime, the Captain stood beside his sleeping bag doing his daily calisthenics; stripped down to his flaming red long johns, […]
The husband-hunt had been a failure. Carlo had taken at least a dozen potential Misters Right on test runs of longer or shorter duration—perhaps a few lines of IM [instant messaging], perhaps a couple of promising dates, or sexual calisthenics.
Word Forms
- callisthenics
Synonyms for calisthenics
Depending on context, synonyms include callisthenics.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include callisthenics, exercises, drills, gymnastics, equilibristics, apparatus.
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