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callisthenics

 [kal-uhs-then-iks]  

cal·lis·then·ics

   [kal-uhs-then-iks]
noun
(used with a singular or plural verb) calisthenics.
Related forms
cal·lis·then·ic, adjective
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a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
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callisthenics or calisthenics (ˌkælɪsˈθɛnɪks)
 
—n
1.  (functioning as plural) light exercises designed to promote general fitness, develop muscle tone, etc
2.  (functioning as singular) the practice of callisthenic exercises
 
[C19: from calli- + Greek sthenos strength]
 
calisthenics or calisthenics
 
—n
 
[C19: from calli- + Greek sthenos strength]
 
callis'thenic or calisthenics
 
—adj
 
calis'thenic or calisthenics
 
—adj

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