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Meaning of "exergaming" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD EXERGAMING

From exercise + gaming.
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PRONUNCIATION OF EXERGAMING

exergaming  [ˈɛksəˌɡeɪmɪŋ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF EXERGAMING

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Exergaming is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES EXERGAMING MEAN IN ENGLISH?

exergaming

Exergaming

Fitness game, Exergaming or exer-gaming is a term used for video games that are also a form of exercise. Exergaming relies on technology that tracks body movement or reaction. The genre has been credited with upending the stereotype of gaming as a sedentary activity, and promoting an active lifestyle. However, research indicates that exergames do not actually promote a more active lifestyle. Exergames are seen as evolving from technology changes aimed at making video games more fun.

Definition of exergaming in the English dictionary

The definition of exergaming in the dictionary is the playing of video games that require rigorous physical exercise and are intended as a work-out, such as those in which players race a virtual bicycle on-screen by pedalling a simulator resembling an exercise bike.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH EXERGAMING


advergaming
ˈædvəˌɡeɪmɪŋ
benaming
bɪˈneɪmɪŋ
brimming
ˈbrɪmɪŋ
climbing
ˈklaɪmɪŋ
dimming
ˈdɪmɪŋ
flaming
ˈfleɪmɪŋ
framing
ˈfreɪmɪŋ
gaming
ˈɡeɪmɪŋ
picture-framing
ˈpɪktʃəˌfreɪmɪŋ
priming
ˈpraɪmɪŋ
rhyming
ˈraɪmɪŋ
rimming
ˈrɪmɪŋ
shaming
ˈʃeɪmɪŋ
shimming
ˈʃɪmɪŋ
skimming
ˈskɪmɪŋ
slimming
ˈslɪmɪŋ
swimming
ˈswɪmɪŋ
taming
ˈteɪmɪŋ
timing
ˈtaɪmɪŋ
trimming
ˈtrɪmɪŋ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE EXERGAMING

exercise book
exercise class
exercise cycle
exercise equipment
exercise price
exercise programme
exercise video
exercise yard
exerciser
exercises
exercitation
Exercycle
exergonic
exergual
exergue
exert
exertainment
exertion
exertions
exertive

WORDS THAT END LIKE EXERGAMING

antifoaming
beaming
becoming
coaming
coming
daydreaming
dreaming
gleaming
gloaming
instreaming
mainstreaming
performing
programming
roaming
screaming
social gaming
steaming
streaming
undreaming
upcoming

Synonyms and antonyms of exergaming in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «exergaming» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF EXERGAMING

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

Translator English - Chinese

exergaming
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

exergaming
570 millions of speakers

English

exergaming
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

exergaming
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

exergaming
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

exergaming
278 millions of speakers

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exergaming
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

exergaming
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

exergaming
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Exergaming
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Exergaming
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

exergaming
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

exergaming
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Exergaming
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

exergaming
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

exergaming
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

Exergaming
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

exergaming
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

exergaming
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

exergaming
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

exergaming
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

exergaming
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

exergaming
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

exergaming
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

exergaming
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

exergaming
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of exergaming

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «EXERGAMING»

The term «exergaming» is normally little used and occupies the 137.905 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about exergaming

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «EXERGAMING»

Discover the use of exergaming in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to exergaming and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Exergaming
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online.
Frederic P. Miller, Agnes F. Vandome, McBrewster John, 2011
2
Comparing Perception of Exertion and Enjoyment Between ...
There is an increasing physical inactivity problem in the United States.
Lisa Janzen Leininger, 2007
3
Touchstone Level 1 Student's Book
Why is exergaming a good idea? According to the article, are these sentences true or false? Check () True (T) or False (F). Correct the false statements. T Aaron Case is playingtennis outdoors in the rain. Only young people enjoy exergaming.
Michael McCarthy, Jeanne McCarten, Helen Sandiford, 2014
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Touchstone Level 1 Student's Book B
Why is exergaming a good idea? According to the article, are these sentences true or false? Check () True (T) or False (F). Correct the false statements. T Aaron Case is playingtennis outdoors in the rain. Only young people enjoy exergaming.
Michael McCarthy, Jeanne McCarten, Helen Sandiford, 2014
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Issues in Orthopedics and Occupational and Sports Medicine: ...
According to news reporting out of Tampa, Florida, by NewsRx editors, the researcher stated “In this study, I explored the impact of exergaming on in-class physical activity (PA) and motivation in physical education. Elementary children ...
‎2013
6
Exergames: Dance Dance Revolution, Wii Fit, Exergaming, ...
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online.
Source: Wikipedia, Books, LLC, 2010
7
What is Psychology?
Ellen Pastorino, Susann Doyle-Portillo. CAN EXERGAMING HELP US WIN THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE? Some obese people suffer from biological conditions that predispose them. These days it seems as though we rely more and more on  ...
Ellen Pastorino, Susann Doyle-Portillo, 2011
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Advances in Overnutrition Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition
(2011 AUG 27) University of South Florida, Tampa: The effects of exergaming on physical activity among inactive children in a physical education classroom Data detailed in “The effects of exergaming on physical activity among inactive ...
‎2012
9
Playing to Learn: Video Games in the Classroom
Exergaming”. by Star Lawrence As the beeps and whistles emanate from the family room, are you afraid Junior is going to develop thumbs the size of bananas and a belly to match? According to Judith Sherman-Wolin, exercise specialist with ...
David Hutchison, 2007
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Computer Games and Instruction
Hence, the following sections describe one example of this type of gaming — so called "exergaming" — in more detail since it has been studied more than other applications. Exergaming The ever-changing face of video games has afforded ...
Sigmund Tobias, J. D. Fletcher, 2011

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «EXERGAMING»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term exergaming is used in the context of the following news items.
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Bakersfield, Calif. teacher takes aim at 'Just Dance' world record
"At 38-years-old, I never imagined I'd be setting the world's standard with exergaming with 7 marathon world records and 101 high score world ... «Game Politics, Jul 15»
2
Personal Connected Health Alliance, HIMSS and Games for Health …
The Games for Health annual meeting, also taking place at the Summit, will cover topics including exergaming, physical therapy, disease ... «M2M Now, Jun 15»
3
Exercise through gaming helps people with MS to improve balance
Two studies have recently been published which use videogame technology or "exergaming" to improve balance in people with MS. One study ... «MS Trust, May 15»
4
Computer games vs PE: teachers use tech to get students moving
But research has since gone on to show that exergaming is no replacement for playing real sports. Sandercock explains: “The energy ... «The Guardian, May 15»
5
International Dance Day: Get your groove on with these five …
Carrie, pictured above, who considers herself an ambassador for 'exergaming' says of her record-breaking: “I never want to wake up from this ... «Guinness World Records, Apr 15»
6
Nintendo Wii found to improve quality of life in older adults
Health care professionals should work as a team to design and develop the exergaming programs to promote physical activity in older adults,” ... «Healio, Apr 15»
7
Graduate Student to Present Research on Exergaming
Michael Merrie, a University of Arkansas doctoral student in kinesiology-pedagogy, will present his research from 3 to 4 p.m. Friday, March 6, ... «University of Arkansas Newswire, Mar 15»
8
App maker Biba and playground manufacturer PlayPower combine …
So there's a growing movement, dubbed exergaming (or active video games), to create games that make children more active. «VentureBeat, Feb 15»
9
Researchers study benefits of exergaming
Tiffany Roberson hopes exergaming will help her lose a few pounds. She's a high school senior and participant in a study focused on the ... «WDIV Detroit, Jan 15»
10
A pairing of exergaming and persuasive health messages for …
This study examines the effectiveness of incorporating exergaming into physical education lessons as a platform for imparting health education ... «Gamasutra, Jun 14»

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