Ergonomics

/ɜː.ɡəˈnɒ.mɪks/

Synonyms for "ergonomics" (7 found)

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Closest matches (2)

Noun(2 words)
human factorsbioengineering

Strong matches (2)

Noun(2 words)
biotechnologyhuman factors engineering

Related words (3)

Noun(3 words)
instrument design attributework environmentwork system design

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More general

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applied sciencedisciplineengineeringengineering sciencefield of studysciencetechnology

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biomechanical ergonomicscognitive ergonomicsergonomics evaluationindustrial ergonomicsinterface designoccupational ergonomicstool designworkstation design

Collocations

5 entries
cognitive ergonomicsergonomic designergonomics assessmentergonomics researchoccupational ergonomics

Derivations

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Sample sentences

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Tatoeba + Wiktionary

The study outlining the researcher’s findings has been published in the journal Ergonomics.

Source: tatoeba (11202122)

You should use a laptop stand for better ergonomics.

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Ergonomics is increasingly important in office-product design.

Source: wiktionary

Ergonomics, deriving from the Greek word "ergon" work is now mainly considered to mean "the science of designing machines and environments that are most suited to the efficiency, comfort, safety and peace of mind of those working with them" (see Armbruster, 1983). […] Ergonomics goes beyond the prevention of health hazards, it aims to optimize the coexistence between people and technology within the working environment. […] In the broad sense of the word, ergonomics includes all the physical, social, and psychological aspects of work and workplace design.

Source: wiktionary

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