motionbreaks

noun

UK /ˈməʊʃən breɪks/

US /ˈmoʊʃən breɪks/

Short times when you stop working and move your body.

The teacher gives us motionbreaks between lessons so we can stretch.

SYNONYMS

movement breaks activity breaks stretch breaks exercise breaks brain breaks

RELATED WORDS

stretching exercise recess movement classroom

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Short pauses in a meeting or event for people to stand up and move.

The conference schedule included motionbreaks every hour.

3. Brief moments of physical activity built into a long car or plane trip.

We planned motionbreaks at rest stops along the highway.

4. Scheduled times in a video game or show when players or viewers can get up and move.

The kids' channel adds motionbreaks during long cartoon marathons.

5. Short activity sessions in an office to help workers stay healthy.

Our company added motionbreaks to the daily schedule.