An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

The study of the relationship between people and their working environment, in particular its effect on a person’s efficiency. Ergonomics is applied
in designing equipment and office systems
to maximize productivity by reducing discomfort and fatigue of people in their workplace.

Etymology (EN): From Gk. ergon “work,” → erg, + -nomics, → -nomy, → -ics.

Etymology (PE): Varzdâtik, from varz “work, " cognate with Gk. ergon, → erg, + dâtik “law, rule,” → -nomy.