ergonomics

[ur-guh-nom-iks] / ˌɜr gəˈnɒm ɪks /

NOUN

human engineering

Synonyms

WEAK

comfort design functional design human factors user-friendly systems workplace efficiency

Example Sentences

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Sectors targeting seniors also face execution risks: product‐market fit must consider ergonomics, usability and service intensity.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

Material, finish, balance, shape, design and now ergonomics.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025

Not your average ergonomics paper - and just the kind of delightfully oddball idea: a prototype for a UVC light-equipped shoe rack that doesn't just store shoes but sterilises them.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025

The ergonomics of motorcycle riding is a fairly understudied area despite motorcycle riding being an increasingly popular activity around the globe.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2024

The tentative agreement addresses health and safety issues, ergonomics, the company’s efforts to reduce the number of skilled trades workers and other issues, the union said.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2024