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Definition of physio

physio

/ˈfɪz.i.oʊ/
phys · i · o
Plural:physios
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• noun

1

British The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery; physiotherapy.

Example

"After tearing his knee ligament, the athlete had to undergo six months of intensive physio before returning to the pitch."

2

British A health professional qualified to treat injury or dysfunction with exercises and other physical treatments; a physiotherapist.

Example

"The team physio ran onto the field immediately to assess the injured midfielder's ankle."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in British, Australian, and New Zealand English as an informal clipped form of 'physiotherapy' or 'physiotherapist'; in American English, 'physical therapy' (or 'PT') and 'physical therapist' are standard.

• Nearby Words

physician
physicist
physics
physio
physiological
physiology
physiotherapist

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 20th century by clipping 'physiotherapy' or 'physiotherapist', ultimately from Ancient Greek 'physis' meaning 'nature'.

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