Physical: meaning, definitions and examples

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physical

 

[ หˆfษชzษชkษ™l ]

Adjective / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

health

Relating to the body as opposed to the mind. Involving bodily contact or activity. Real and tangible rather than abstract.

Synonyms

bodily, corporeal, material

Examples of usage

  • Regular exercise is important for maintaining good physical health.
  • She was involved in a physical altercation with her neighbor.
  • The physical evidence supported the detective's theory.
Context #2 | Adjective

science

Relating to things perceived through the senses as opposed to the mind. Involving or relating to the laws of nature and the physical sciences.

Synonyms

material, natural, tangible

Examples of usage

  • The physical properties of the substance were analyzed in the lab.
  • He had a deep understanding of physical phenomena.
  • The study of physical chemistry is essential for this research.
Context #3 | Noun

education

A medical examination to assess a person's bodily functions and overall health.

Synonyms

check-up, health assessment, medical examination

Examples of usage

  • She went for a physical before starting the new job.
  • The doctor recommended an annual physical for all patients over 40.

Translations

Translations of the word "physical" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fรญsico

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅŒเคคเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช physisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fisik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ั–ะทะธั‡ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fizyczny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็‰ฉ็†็š„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท physique

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fรญsico

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fiziksel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌผ๋ฆฌ์ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฏู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fyzickรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fyzickรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‰ฉ็†็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fiziฤen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรญkamlegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะธะทะธะบะฐะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ˜แƒ™แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fiziki

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fรญsico

Etymology

The word 'physical' originated from the Greek word 'physikos', meaning 'natural' or 'related to nature'. It has been used in English since the late 16th century to describe things relating to the body or the laws of nature. Over time, its usage has expanded to encompass a wide range of contexts, from health and science to education and beyond.

Word Frequency Rank

At #646 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.