Definition of Sedentary
Sedentary
sed·en·tary


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
to be very physically inactive or immobile;

e.g. He was a sedentary bloke who hardly got up from his couch.

(adjective)
(of a lifestyle) characterized by a lot of sitting rather than moving around;

e.g. This sedentary lifestyle is not good for my health, I must change!

(adjective)
seated position;

e.g. He chose to speak from a sedentary position because he had a weakness in his knees after the surgery.



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