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A soft, elastic ball with a diameter of approximately 35 to 85 centimetres, used in physical therapy and exercise.Syn: physioball, Swiss ball
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Exercise ball — An exercise ball, also known as a Swiss ball, is a ball constructed of elastic soft PVC with a diameter of around 35 to 85 cm (14 to 34 inches). It is used in physical therapy and exercise.The ball is also known by a number of different names,… … Wikipedia
exercise ball — /ˈɛksəsaɪz bɔl/ (say eksuhsuyz bawl) noun a durable, inflatable rubber ball, used as an aid in physical therapy, exercise programs, etc.; of varying size, but usually large enough to sit on or support part of the body during exercise. Also,… …
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