Definition

Noun: * Physical Education: A subject or course of instruction in schools and educational institutions that focuses on developing physical fitness, competence in movement activities, and knowledge about the human body. It emphasizes participation in sports, games, and exercises to promote overall health and well-being.

Usage

• Physical education is a core part of the school curriculum.
• Students have physical education class three times a week.
• The benefits of quality physical education include improved coordination and teamwork skills.

Examples

• The new school has excellent facilities for physical education, including a gym and a swimming pool.
• Her favorite subject is physical education because she loves playing team sports.
• A primary goal of physical education is to instill lifelong healthy habits.

Advanced Usage

• "to teach physical education": To be an instructor in this subject area.
  • He is certified to teach physical education at the high school level.
• "physical education requirement": A mandatory component of an academic program.
  • All undergraduates must fulfill the physical education requirement to graduate.

Variants and Related Words

• P.E. (Noun): A common abbreviation for "physical education."
  • We have P.E. first period on Mondays.
• Phys ed (Noun): An informal abbreviation for "physical education."

Synonyms

• Gym class: (Informal) Often used interchangeably with physical education, though it can refer more specifically to activities held in a gymnasium.
• Physical training: Focuses more on the exercise and conditioning aspect.

Related Phrases

• Physical education teacher: A professional who instructs students in physical education.
  • The physical education teacher organized the field day events.
• Physical education department: The administrative unit within a school responsible for this subject.
  • The new equipment was ordered by the physical education department.

Noun

1. training in the development of and care for the human body; stresses athletics; includes hygiene