Word Meaning

sedentary definition and meaning

a. Accustomed to sit much or long; as, a sedentary man.
a. Characterized by, or requiring, much sitting; as, a sedentary employment; a sedentary life.
a. Inactive; motionless; sluggish; hence, calm; tranquil.
a. Caused by long sitting.
a. Remaining in one place, especially when firmly attached to some object; as, the oyster is a sedentary mollusk; the barnacles are sedentary crustaceans.

Crossword clues for sedentary

- Characterised by a sitting position
- In a seated position
- Stationary