slimnastics

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English

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Etymology

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Blend of slim +‎ gymnastics

Noun

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slimnastics (uncountable)

  1. A form of athletic exercise intended to promote weight loss.
    • 1952, Sara A. Bruce, “The YWCA in the Nation's Capital”, in Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation:
      The more aesthetic want no part of slimnastics but want to express themselves in movement provided by Mime and Movement or Modern Dance classes.
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