Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

physical-need

Noun

/ˈfɪzɪkəl niːd/

Definition

A requirement that is necessary for the physical well-being and proper functioning of a living organism.

Examples

Food and water are basic physical needs for survival.
She studied the physical needs of athletes before training them.
The shelter provided by the community met the physical needs of displaced families.

Meaning

Physical needs refer to the essential conditions or elements that must be met to support life and health. These encompass basic necessities like food, water, shelter, and bodily care.