noun
conditioning
kuhn-DIH-shuh-nihng
noun
1
Training that shapes behaviour through repetition and reward or punishment.
"Classical conditioning was famously demonstrated with Pavlov's dogs."
2
Physical training intended to build fitness, strength, or endurance.
"The team does conditioning drills every morning before practice."
How to Use Conditioning
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTraining that shapes behaviour or the body — either psychological (habits, reflexes) or physical (fitness).
Common pairings
physical conditioning
classical conditioning
Word Forms
conditionings plural
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