Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ergonomics
noun
/ˌɜːrɡəˈnɑːmɪks/
Definition
The study of people’s efficiency in their working environment.
Examples
- Proper ergonomics can help prevent injury in the workplace.
- The office chairs are designed with ergonomics in mind to provide comfort and support.
- He studied ergonomics to improve the design of the tools used in manufacturing.
Meaning
Ergonomics focuses on designing tools and systems that fit the human body and its cognitive abilities.
Synonyms
- Human factors
- Biomechanics
- Comfort design
