anti-fatigue

adjective

an·​ti-fa·​tigue ˌan-tē-fə-ˈtēg How to pronounce anti-fatigue (audio)
ˌan-tī-
: designed or intended to prevent or reduce fatigue
When you opt for a standing desk, youʼll need an anti-fatigue mat to keep your feet comfortable over those long hours standing while you work.Alan Henry

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Or stock up on items for yourself, like an anti-fatigue mat to take the strain out of standing over a counter, and a set of dazzling crystal glasses for 66 percent off. Clara McMahon, People.com, 7 June 2025 Luckily, a simple and affordable fix like an anti-fatigue mat can help alleviate the stress and discomfort. Toni Sutton, People.com, 27 May 2025 Check out the 50 best overstock deals from the Amazon Outlet, including an anti-fatigue kitchen mat, a washable area rug, and even a full quilt set. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025 Wear supportive shoes and consider standing on an anti-fatigue mat to reduce pressure on your feet. 3. David Kesselman, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025 Droves of shoppers are also going after this Yeti rambler, this anti-fatigue kitchen mat, and this touchless thermometer that’s great for flu season. Clara McMahon, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025 We were also wowed by the discount on this cast iron Dutch oven and these anti-fatigue kitchen mats that take the pain out of standing over a countertop for minutes on end. Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025 Mira Modern Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat $55 $28 at Wayfair Preparing meals for the holidays can be tiresome, so consider this anti-fatigue mat that doubles as decor and provides relief when standing for long periods of time. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024 And for extra—and crucially important—comfort, an anti-fatigue footbed and compression-molded EVA midsole provide responsive cushioning no matter how technical the trail gets. Outside Online, 22 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-fatigue was in 1865

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“Anti-fatigue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-fatigue. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.

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