callisthenics
noun/ˌkælɪsˈθenɪks/
/ˌkælɪsˈθenɪks/
(British English) (North American English calisthenics)
[uncountable + singular or plural verb]- physical exercises intended to develop a strong and attractive body
- Callisthenics is/are all about discipline and coordination.
Word Originearly 19th cent.: from Greek kallos ‘beauty’ + sthenos ‘strength’ + -ics.Want to learn more?
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