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(ki nē′sē äl′ə jē, kī-; -zē-)

noun

the science or study of human muscular movements, esp. as applied in physical education

Origin: < Gr kinēsis, motion < kinein, to move (see cite) + -logy

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noun

The study of the anatomy, physiology, and mechanics of body movement, especially in humans.
The application of the principles of kinesiology to the evaluation and treatment of muscular imbalance or derangement.

Origin:

Origin: Greek kīnēsis, movement; see kinesis

Origin: + -logy

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ki·neˌsi·olˈo·gist noun

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