Definitions for calisthenicsˌkæl əsˈθɛn ɪks
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
cal•is•then•icsˌkæl əsˈθɛn ɪks(n.)
or cal•lis•then•ics
(used with a pl. v.) gymnastic exercises designed to develop physical health and vigor.
(used with a sing. v.) the art, practice, or a session of such exercises.
Origin of calisthenics:
1840–50; cali-, var. of calli - + Gk sthén(os) strength + -ics
cal`is•then′ic(adj.)
cal`is•then′i•cal(adj.)
Princeton's WordNet
calisthenics, callisthenics(noun)
the practice of calisthenic exercises
"calisthenics is recommended for general good health"
calisthenics, callisthenics(noun)
light exercises designed to promote general fitness
"several different calisthenics were illustrated in the video"
Wiktionary
calisthenics(Noun)
Gymnastic exercises, especially morning exercises, done to keep one's body healthy.
calisthenics(Noun)
A system of such exercises.
Origin: From κάλλος + σθένος.
Webster Dictionary
Calisthenics(noun)
the science, art, or practice of healthful exercise of the body and limbs, to promote strength and gracefulness; light gymnastics
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