anti-fatigue

adjective

an·​ti-fa·​tigue ˌan-tē-fə-ˈtēg How to pronounce anti-fatigue (audio)
ˌan-tī-
: designed or intended to prevent or reduce fatigue
When you opt for a standing desk, youʼll need an anti-fatigue mat to keep your feet comfortable over those long hours standing while you work.Alan Henry

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We were also wowed by the discount on this cast iron Dutch oven and these anti-fatigue kitchen mats that take the pain out of standing over a countertop for minutes on end. Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025 Mira Modern Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat $55 $28 at Wayfair Preparing meals for the holidays can be tiresome, so consider this anti-fatigue mat that doubles as decor and provides relief when standing for long periods of time. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024 And for extra—and crucially important—comfort, an anti-fatigue footbed and compression-molded EVA midsole provide responsive cushioning no matter how technical the trail gets. Outside Online, 22 Nov. 2024 Subscribers can also save on cookware, like this top-selling nonstick frying pan, appliances like this handheld immersion blender, and even functional decor, like this anti-fatigue mat and these under-cabinet light strips. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2024 Martha Stewart Miles Modern Diamond Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat There’s also a can’t-miss Prime Day deal on this anti-fatigue kitchen mat. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 July 2024 Unlike other clipper tools, these have a non-stick coating that reduces the risk of rust and an anti-fatigue spring to prevent your hands from getting sore and tired with use. Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2024 Beyond cookware and gadgets, Martha Stewart’s kitchen collection also includes functional accessories, like this anti-fatigue mat. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024 For the Valentine who loves to cook, bake or just meal prep for workout days, an anti-fatigue mat will give your beloved more pain-free hours on his or her feet. Jamie Gold, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-fatigue was in 1865

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“Anti-fatigue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-fatigue. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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