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Physical

/ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl/
adjectivenounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #350 frequency
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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to the body as opposed to the mind; tangible or material.

    "Regular exercise is essential for maintaining physical health."
  2. 2

    Pertaining to the laws of nature or the physical sciences.

    "The physical properties of the material were tested in the laboratory."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Late Latin physicalis, originating from the Ancient Greek physikos (pertaining to nature), from physis (nature). Originally referring to natural science and medicine, the term evolved in English to denote tangible, material existence as well as bodily attributes.

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