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aer·o·bics
 aerobics
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- pronunciation:
- eI
ro
bihks
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
aerobics |
| definition: |
(used with a singular or plural verb) a form of exercise that works the heart and lungs to help the body use oxygen better. Running, swimming, biking, or dance are forms of aerobics.
Aerobics should be done at least a few days a week. |
| related words: |
exercise |
The word aerobics
contains the following parts:
aer, aero
Greek
root
that means air, gas
  Example words:
bio, bi, -be
Greek
root
that means life, living, living things
Example words:
aerobic, aerobics, amphibian, amphibious, autobiography, biodegradable, biography, biological, biology, bioluminescence, biomass, biosphere, microbe
-ics
Greek
noun-forming suffix
that means science, study, or practice of; properties of; practices pertaining to
Example words:
acoustics, aerobics, aeronautics, athletics, civics, economics, electronics, ethics, genetics, graphics, gymnastics, mathematics, orthodontics, physics, politics, statistics, tactics, tectonics
- synonyms:
- -logy, -ology
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