'ergonomic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ergon,' where 'ergon' meant 'work' and 'nomos' meant 'law.'

'ergon' transformed into the French word 'ergonomie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ergonomic' through adaptation.

Initially, it meant 'the study of people's efficiency in their working environment,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'designed for efficiency and comfort.'