"exergaming" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of exercise + gaming. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|exercise|gaming}} Blend of exercise + gaming Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} exergaming (uncountable)
  1. The playing of video games that also provide the player with physical exercise. Tags: uncountable
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