Ergonomics Definition

ûrgə-nŏmĭks
noun
Ergonomic factors or arrangement.
Webster's New World
The study of the problems of people in adjusting to their environment; esp., the science that seeks to adapt work or working conditions to suit the worker.
Webster's New World
The applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.
American Heritage Medicine
Design factors, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by minimizing operator fatigue and discomfort.
American Heritage Medicine
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Origin of Ergonomics

  • Greek ergon work werg- in Indo-European roots (eco)nomics

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • Coined in 1950 from Ancient Greek ἔργον (ergon, “work”) + economics

    From Wiktionary

Ergonomics Sentence Examples

  • We were impressed with the machine's ergonomics. It was stylish yet functional.

  • The ergonomics of our new office space help to facilitate productivity and a better work ethic.

  • Ergonomics is the study of human capabilities in relation to the workplace environment.

  • Ergonomics are key if you are sitting at the computer for hours so purchase a well made chair.

  • The heart rate under the wool-filled comforter was significantly lower 100 percent of the time compared to polyester comforters according to The Ergonomics Unit at the Polytechnic Institute of Wales.

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