callisthenics
[kal-
uh
s-
then
-iks]
/ˌkæl əsˈθɛn ɪks/
noun
1.
(
used with a singular or plural verb
)
calisthenics
.
Related forms
callisthenic,
adjective
British Dictionary definitions for
callisthenics
callisthenics
/
ˌkælɪsˈθɛnɪks
/
noun
1.
(
functioning as pl
) light exercises designed to promote general fitness, develop muscle tone, etc
2.
(
functioning as sing
) the practice of callisthenic exercises
Derived Forms
callisthenic,
calisthenic,
adjective
Word Origin
C19: from
calli-
+ Greek
sthenos
strength