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ergonomics
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ergonomics /er·go·nom·ics/ (er?go-nom´iks) the science relating to humans and their work, including the factors affecting the efficient use of human energy.
er·go·nom·ics (ûrg-nmks)
n.
The applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.
ergonomics (er·g·nˑ·miks),
n applied study of psychology, anatomy, and physiology relating to people and work environments; includes introduction of biomechanically suppor-tive equipment.
ergonomics
the science of relating the physiological and anatomical characteristics of the working or racing animal to the physical aspects of its working environment.
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