activity-based
adjectiveUK /ækˈtɪv.ə.ti beɪst/
US /ækˈtɪv.ə.t̬i beɪst/
Something that is activity-based is built around doing things, not just sitting and listening.
The school uses an activity-based approach, so the children learn by playing games and building things.
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2. A way of figuring out costs by looking at the activities that cause them.
The company switched to activity-based costing to see which products really cost the most.
3. A schedule or plan where people take part in many different things to do.
The summer camp is activity-based, with swimming, crafts, and hiking every day.
4. A style of care or therapy that focuses on keeping people busy with tasks and games.
The nursing home offers activity-based therapy to keep residents moving and social.