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sedentary

 

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Adjective sedentary has 1 sense
  1. sedentary - used of persons or actions; "forced by illness to lead a sedentary life"
    Antonym:
    active (indirect, via inactive)

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Sedentary

Definition:

Adjective:
1. Characterized by or requiring sitting; physically inactive.
2. Tending to spend much time seated or inactive.

Sense 1:

Adjective (Popular):
Used to describe a lifestyle or job that involves little physical activity or movement.

Example sentence:
Living a sedentary lifestyle can have negative effects on one's cardiovascular health.

Example sentence:
Working a sedentary office job can lead to back pain and muscle stiffness.

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Sense 2:

Adjective (Local):
Used to describe an individual or culture that prefers to remain in one place or does not have a nomadic lifestyle.

Example sentence:
The indigenous tribe has a sedentary lifestyle, dwelling in permanent settlements unlike their neighboring nomadic group.

Example sentence:
The sedentary lifestyle of the local villagers is based on agriculture and husbandry.

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