Elliptical: meaning, definitions and examples
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elliptical
[ ɪˈlɪptɪk(ə)l ]
exercise equipment
Relating to or denoting a type of exercise equipment consisting of a cross-country ski machine, stationary bicycle, or similar device, used to simulate climbing stairs or walking or running with reduced impact on the joints.
Synonyms
cross-trainer, elliptical trainer, exercise machine.
Examples of usage
- Many people prefer using elliptical machines at the gym to get a full-body workout.
- She spends 30 minutes a day on the elliptical trainer to keep fit.
- Elliptical trainers are popular because they provide a low-impact workout.
- I like to switch between the treadmill and the elliptical for my cardio sessions.
- The elliptical is great for working the leg muscles without straining the knees.
Translations
Translations of the word "elliptical" in other languages:
🇵🇹 elíptico
🇮🇳 अंडाकार
🇩🇪 elliptisch
🇮🇩 elips
🇺🇦 еліптичний
🇵🇱 eliptyczny
🇯🇵 楕円形の
🇫🇷 elliptique
🇪🇸 elíptico
🇹🇷 eliptik
🇰🇷 타원형의
🇸🇦 إهليلجي
🇨🇿 eliptický
🇸🇰 eliptický
🇨🇳 椭圆的
🇸🇮 eliptičen
🇮🇸 sporöskjulaga
🇰🇿 эллипстік
🇬🇪 ელიპტიკური
🇦🇿 elliptik
🇲🇽 elíptico
Etymology
The word 'elliptical' originates from the Latin word 'ellipticus', which means 'oval'. In the context of exercise equipment, the term 'elliptical' was first used in the late 20th century to describe machines that mimic the motion of walking, running, or climbing stairs with reduced impact on the joints. These machines gained popularity in fitness centers and home gyms due to their effectiveness in providing a cardiovascular workout while being gentler on the body.
See also: ellipse.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranked #11,891, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.
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