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Meaning of ERGONOMICS

Pronunciation:  `urgu'nâmiks

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  the branch of engineering science in which biological science is used to study the relation between workers and their environments
 
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 Synonyms: bioengineering, biotechnology
 
 See Also: applied science, engineering, engineering science, technology

 

 

Computing Dictionary
 
 Definition: 

The study of the design and arrangement of equipment so that people will interact with the equipment in healthy, comfortable, and efficient manner. As related to computer equipment, ergonomics is concerned with such factors as the physical design of the keyboard, screens, and related hardware, and the manner in which people interact with these hardware devices.

 
Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: the study of how the workplace relates to human functions.
 

 

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