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bodywork

 

[ ˈbɒdiwɜːrk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

automotive

Bodywork refers to the external panels of a vehicle, such as the hood, doors, and fenders. It is designed to protect the interior components and occupants from external elements and impacts. Bodywork is typically made of metal, fiberglass, or carbon fiber.

Synonyms

car body, exterior panels

Examples of usage

  • The bodywork of the car was damaged in the accident.
  • The bodywork needed to be repainted after years of exposure to the sun.
Context #2 | Noun

massage therapy

Bodywork in the context of massage therapy refers to various techniques that involve manipulation and realignment of the body's soft tissues to promote relaxation and healing. It can include modalities such as Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and shiatsu.

Synonyms

body manipulation, massage therapy

Examples of usage

  • She specializes in deep tissue bodywork to release muscle tension.
  • The spa offers a range of bodywork treatments for relaxation.

Translations

Translations of the word "bodywork" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chapa

🇮🇳 बॉडीवर्क

🇩🇪 Karosseriearbeit

🇮🇩 bodi mobil

🇺🇦 кузовні роботи

🇵🇱 prace blacharskie

🇯🇵 ボディワーク

🇫🇷 travaux de carrosserie

🇪🇸 trabajo de carrocería

🇹🇷 karoseri işleri

🇰🇷 차체 작업

🇸🇦 أعمال الهيكل

🇨🇿 karosářské práce

🇸🇰 karosárske práce

🇨🇳 车身维修

🇸🇮 karoserijska dela

🇮🇸 bílavinna

🇰🇿 кузов жұмыстары

🇬🇪 კაროსერია

🇦🇿 karoseriya işləri

🇲🇽 trabajo de carrocería

Etymology

The term 'bodywork' originated in the automotive industry in the early 20th century to describe the external panels of vehicles. Over time, it has also been adopted in the field of massage therapy to refer to various techniques for manipulating the body's soft tissues. The word 'bodywork' combines 'body' and 'work,' highlighting the physical nature of the practices involved.

See also: anybody, bodily, bodycon, bodyguard, bodysuit, bodyworker, embody, everybody, nobody, somebody.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,847 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.