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calisthenics

cal·is·then·ics [ kàlliss thénniks ]


plural noun 
Definition:
 
physical exercise routine: vigorous physical exercises for improving fitness and muscle tone, including pushups, sit-ups, and jumping jacks ( takes a plural verb )



noun 
Definition:
 
performance of calisthenics: the practice of performing calisthenics ( takes a singular verb )

[Early 19th century. < Greek kallios "beauty" + sthenos "strength"]

cal·is·then·ic adjective
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