physical

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physical Definition

• (a) involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit; "physical exercise"; "physical suffering"; "was sloppy about everything but her physical appearance"
• (a) relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics; "physical sciences"; "physical laws"
• (s) having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses; "a physical manifestation"; "surrounded by tangible objects"
• (s) according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter); "a reflex response to physical stimuli"
• (s) characterized by energetic bodily activity; "tennis is an active sport"; "a very physical dance performance"
• (s) concerned with material things; "physical properties"; "the physical characteristics of the earth"; "the physical size of a computer"
• (s) impelled by physical force especially against resistance; "forcible entry"; "a real cop would get physical"; "strong-arm tactics"

physical Synonyms

• active
• forcible
• physical
• strong-arm
• tangible
• touchable