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Meaning of "ergonomic" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF ERGONOMIC

ergonomic  [ˌɜːɡəˈnɒmɪk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF ERGONOMIC

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Ergonomic is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES ERGONOMIC MEAN IN ENGLISH?

ergonomic

Human factors and ergonomics

Human factors and ergonomics, aka comfort design, functional design, and user-friendly systems, is a multidisciplinary field incorporating contributions from psychology, engineering, biomechanics, mechanobiology, industrial design, physiology and anthropometry. In essence it is the study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body and its cognitive abilities. The two terms "human factors" and "ergonomics" are essentially synonymous. The International Ergonomics Association defines ergonomics or human factors as follows: Ergonomics is the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance. —International Ergonomics Association HF&E is employed to fulfill the goals of occupational health and safety and productivity. It is relevant in the design of such things as safe furniture and easy-to-use interfaces to machines and equipment.

Definition of ergonomic in the English dictionary

The definition of ergonomic in the dictionary is of or relating to ergonomics. Other definition of ergonomic is designed to minimize physical effort and discomfort, and hence maximize efficiency.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH ERGONOMIC


agronomic
ˌæɡrəˈnɒmɪk
anomic
əˈnɒmɪk
antieconomic
ˌæntɪˌekəˈnɒmɪk
astronomic
ˌæstrəˈnɒmɪk
autonomic
ˌɔːtəˈnɒmɪk
bionomic
ˌbaɪəˈnɒmɪk
chemotaxonomic
ˌkiːməʊˌtæksəˈnɒmɪk
Deuteronomic
ˌdjuːtərəˈnɒmɪk
economic
ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk
gastronomic
ˌɡæstrəˈnɒmɪk
macroeconomic
ˌmækrəʊiːkəˈnɒmɪk
metronomic
ˌmetrəˈnɒmɪk
microeconomic
ˈmaɪkrəʊˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk
noneconomic
ˌnɒniːkəˈnɒmɪk
physiognomic
ˌfɪzɪəˈnɒmɪk
psychonomic
ˌsaɪkəˈnɒmɪk
socioeconomic
ˌsəʊsɪəʊˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk
taphonomic
ˌtæfəˈnɒmɪk
taxonomic
ˌtæksəˈnɒmɪk
uneconomic
ˌʌniːkəˈnɒmɪk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ERGONOMIC

ergodicity
ergogenic
ergogram
ergograph
ergomania
ergomaniac
ergometer
ergometric
ergometry
ergon
ergonomically
ergonomics
ergonomist
ergonovine
ergophobia
ergosterol
ergot
ergotamine
ergotic
ergotism

WORDS THAT END LIKE ERGONOMIC

aeronomic
anatomic
antinomic
atomic
comic
cytotaxonomic
diatomic
genomic
gnomic
interatomic
isonomic
nomic
palindromic
pharmacogenomic
polyatomic
proteomic
subeconomic
syndromic
teleonomic
zoonomic

Synonyms and antonyms of ergonomic in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «ergonomic» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF ERGONOMIC

Find out the translation of ergonomic to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of ergonomic from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «ergonomic» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

符合人体工程学
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

ergonómica
570 millions of speakers

English

ergonomic
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ergonomic
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مريح
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

эргономичная
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

ergonômico
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ergonomic
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

ergonomique
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Ergonomik
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

ergonomisch
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

人間工学の
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

인체 공학적
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Ergonomic
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

làm việc
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பணிச்சூழலியல்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

अर्गोनॉमिक
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

ergonomik
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ergonomico
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

ergonomiczna
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

ергономічна
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

ergonomic
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

εργονομικό
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

ergonomiese
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

ergonomisk
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

ergonomisk
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of ergonomic

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ERGONOMIC»

The term «ergonomic» is quite widely used and occupies the 23.311 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «ERGONOMIC» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about ergonomic

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ERGONOMIC»

Discover the use of ergonomic in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to ergonomic and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Kodak's Ergonomic Design for People at Work
The up-to-date edition of the classic guidelines to workplace ergonomics This newly updated, single-volume edition of the most respected and widely used guidelines to ergonomics in the workplace, Kodak’s Ergonomic Design for People at ...
‎2004
2
Ergonomic Living: How to Create a User-Friendly Home & Officer
Somewhere in this world is a reading light, chair, bed, perhaps even a keyboard and desk, built just for you. This book will show you how to find them.
Gordon Inkeles, 2010
3
Ergonomic Solutions for the Process Industries
This book shows you how to comply with these regulations at a fraction of the cost, in the most timely, efficient method possible. *Learn how to use the Human Factors/Ergonomics tools in process industries *Identify and prioritize Ergonomic ...
Dennis A. Attwood, Joseph M. Deeb, Ph.D., CPE, M.Erg.S., Mary E. Danz-Reece, 2004
4
The Ergonomic Casebook: Real World Solutions
Recommended strategies for the elimination of identified stressors are indicated. Implemented strategies and evaluated results are discussed and explained. Applications of this book are endless.
James P. Kohn, 1997
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Ergonomic Design for People at Work: The design of jobs, ...
Written for those who are on the job but not necessarily professionally trained ergonomists, the principles and approaches detailed in this highly regarded guide have all been implemented in real-world workplace environments and proven ...
Eastman Kodak Company. Human Factors Section, Eastman Kodak Company. Ergonomics Group, 1986
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Ergonomic Models of Anthropometry, Human Biomechanics and ...
Proceedings of a Workshop K. H. E. Kroemer. Preface In the prospectus for the workshop, co-chairman Kroemer described three major classes of models: anthropometric, representations of static body geometry such as body dimensions, ...
K. H. E. Kroemer, 1988
7
Ergonomic Design for Material Handling Systems
This book demonstrates how to lay out facilities in order to achieve the most efficient and safe design. It tells how to organize tasks, machinery, people, and materials to improve work flow and "humanize" your workplaces.
Karl H.E. Kroemer, 1997
8
System-Ergonomic Design of Cognitive Automation: Dual-Mode ...
In other words, this book is meant to provide guidelines for the organisational and technical design of work systems. Therefore, this book is an interdisciplinary one. Findings in individual disciplines are not the main issue.
Reiner Onken, Axel Schulte, 2010
9
Ergonomic Design for Organizational Effectiveness
Creating alignment between the office environment, and the business objectives and mission of the organization, this new book provides a framework for the manager to develop strategies and tactics to leverage the work environment as a tool ...
Michael J. O'Neill, 1998
10
Back and Bed: Ergonomic Aspects of Sleeping
This volume defines and combines several aspects of sleep quality and identifies the underlying ergonomic parameters for each of these aspects.
Bart Haex, 2004

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ERGONOMIC»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term ergonomic is used in the context of the following news items.
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Ananchem launches ergonomic pipetting evolution
Its features ensure a hand-friendly operation and a reduced risk of injuries while remaining a robust, high performance pipette with the look, ... «Laboratory Talk, Jul 15»
2
Pcdata USA Reports Pick-to-Light and PickCarts Prove Best …
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommendations for reducing ergonomic risk factors improve the morale and ... «Digital Journal, Jul 15»
3
Review: Missing Sneaker Culture at the Brooklyn Museum
While women's footwear fashions can be wildly imaginative in all kinds of ways, sneaker aesthetics are limited by needs for ergonomic ... «New York Times, Jul 15»
4
New FOVE Industrial Design Aims to Enhance Eye-tracking Precision
... of $250,000, Fove introduced a new and improved design for their eye-tracking VR headset, making it lighter, smaller, and more ergonomic. «Road to VR, Jul 15»
5
These hotels get high marks, and we can see why
But the accommodations are anything but old-fashioned. You'll find updated baths, flat screen TVs, ergonomic chairs, a 24-hour fitness center, ... «Boston Globe, Jul 15»
6
OSHA Announces Major Focus on Healthcare Industry
OSHA will follow up with any employer receiving an Ergonomic Hazard Alert Letter to determine whether the deficiencies have been addressed ... «JD Supra, Jul 15»
7
A Vintage Birth Control Method Is Back
Unlike old-timey diaphragms, Caya comes in one size, which, due to its anatomical and ergonomic shape, will fit most women. It also has ... «Jezebel, Jul 15»
8
Mercedes-Benz AMG Coupe (2014 - ) review
There are some other ergonomic issues, too. The plunging roofline and thick pillars mean your visibility can be obscured at some junctions, and ... «Auto Trader UK, Jul 15»
9
TheFireStore Becomes Sole MSA Dealer for N.J.
The result is an SCBA that features a vastly lighter facepiece; a more ergonomic harness; improved weight distribution; a “Central Power” unit ... «Firehouse.com, Jul 15»
10
Volvo Designs a Luxury Rear-Facing Child Seat
We focused on three key benefits: making it easier to get the child into and out of the child seat from an ergonomic and comfort perspective, ... «PSFK, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Ergonomic [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/ergonomic>. Apr 2024 ».
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