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Sedentary
ˈsɛd(ə)nt(ə)ri
Sedentary definitions
adjective
sedentary
- (of a person) tending to spend much time seated; somewhat inactive
"we all walk a certain amount every day even if we are sedentary"
- (of work or a way of life) characterized by much sitting and little physical exercise
"a sedentary lifestyle spells bad news for hips and thighs"
- (of a position) sitting; seated
"he spoke from a sedentary position"
- inhabiting the same locality throughout life; not migratory or nomadic
"a tribe of sedentary agriculturists"
- (of an animal) sessile