Definition of Fitness
Fitness
fit·ness
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the state or quality of being physically healthy, especially due to exercising regularly;
e.g. Playing a sport is a way to improve your fitness while still having fun.
(noun)
the state or condition of being suitable for performing a particular task or fulfilling a particular purpose;
e.g. He doubts the fitness of the car for such a long drive, since its engine sometimes stops for no reason.
(noun)
(biology) the ability of an organism to survive and transmit its genes to offspring (i.e. reproduce) in a particular environment, especially in relation to other similar organisms in the environment;
e.g. This species cannot maintain its body temperature very well, which reduces its fitness in regions with extreme weather conditions.
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