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gross motor skill
This term is primarily used in clinical, educational, and developmental contexts, such as pediatric therapy or early childhood education. It describes the coordination of large muscle groups to achieve stability and locomotion, contrasting with fine motor skills, which involve small muscles like those in the fingers.
In professional reports, it is often used to categorize developmental milestones. While the term is technical, it is commonly used by parents and teachers when discussing a child's physical growth and ability to interact with their environment through movement.
Meanings
The ability to perform physical movements that involve the large muscles of the body, such as those in the arms, legs, and torso, for activities like walking, jumping, or balancing.
The therapist worked with the child to improve their gross motor skills through climbing and jumping exercises.