ergonomics

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Style can refer to ease of use and ergonomics - in other words, how something fits into a person's life.

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  1. noun The applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. Also called biotechnology, human engineering, human factors engineering.
  2. noun Design factors, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by minimizing operator fatigue and discomfort: The ergonomics of the new office were felt to be optimal.

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  • Edmunds praises the "upscale ambiance to this modestly priced SUV" and says that "the ergonomics are sound," though they note that the "styling of the interior has begun to look dated." —  The Car Connection
  • Besides offering maximum ergonomics, the design of the notebook stands allows for optimal cooling of notebooks and the cables can also be kept neat and tidy. —  Newswire Today - Free Newswire - Press Releases Distribution
  • As someone who holds a camera for a living, I think camera ergonomics are waaay underrated. —  First initial, last name.
  • The bugs are a big improvement in ergonomics, and go much faster than a straight key, but they take lots of practice and skill. —  eHam.net News
  • Sure, the ergonomics are improved, but it remains to be seen whether the camera and DSi shop will give rise to genuinely better games, or just be remembered as gimmicks. —  Yahoo! Video Games: Top Features
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  1. Greek ergon, work; see werg- in Indo-European roots + (eco)nomics.
 

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