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Definition of exergaming

exergaming

/ˈɛk.sɚˌɡeɪ.mɪŋ/
ex · er · gam · ing
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exergaming Lexical Profile

exergaming Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The activity of playing video games that also involve physical exercise, typically using motion-sensing technology to track the player's body movements.

Example

"Many physical therapy clinics now incorporate exergaming into rehabilitation programs to keep patients engaged."

• Nearby Words

exercise
exerciser
exercycle
exergaming
exert
exertion
exfiltrate

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 2000s as a blend of "exercise" and "gaming," popularized alongside motion-controlled video game consoles.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exergaming. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exergaming
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