qigong

noun

qi·​gong ˈchē-ˈgu̇ŋ 

often capitalized

: an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises

Examples of qigong in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tai chi and qigong classes: Learn how to improve wellness, range of motion, breathing capacity and many other benefits. —Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2024

Listen to this article Loading your audio article What’s happening Tai chi and qigong classes: Learn how to improve wellness, range of motion, breathing capacity and many other benefits. —Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 18 July 2024

The couple lives and travels in their van full time, and when Stifter, a fitness instructor, leads her twice-weekly online qigong practice group, reliable service is a must-have. —Harriet Baskas, NBC News, 16 June 2024

And mind-body forms of movement like yoga, qigong, and Tai chi also show promise. —Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 27 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Chinese (Beijing) qìgōng, from qì chi + gōng achievement, skill

First Known Use

1974, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

qigong

noun

qi·​gong ˈchē-ˈgu̇ŋ 

often capitalized

: an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises designed to improve physical and mental well-being and prevent disease

called also chi kung, ch'i kung