Dictionary Entry
physical
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈfɪzɪkəl/Word FrequencyCommon (5.76)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)Physical examination.
In a Sentence
“How long has it been since your last physical?”
Published Usage Examples
“The physical instrument of his mind (his brain), and also certain associated sets of muscles, must be sufficiently exercised in the _action_ of courage to build up within him the _physical structure_ of fearlessness that will be instantly responsive to a _mental attitude_ of bravery.”
“In the following cases: physical defect in the married parties, desertion without communication for five years, he said, crooking a short finger covered with hair, adultery (this word he pronounced with obvious satisfaction), subdivided as follows (he continued to crook his fat fingers, though the three cases and”
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Origin
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Common Phrases
Poetry examples for “physical”
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