/ˈfɪzɪkəl/

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Meaning

Connected with the body, or real enough to touch.

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Word origin

From Latin physica, the study of nature, from Greek phusis meaning nature.

Origin
Latin
Root
physica
English cognates
physics, physician

Examples

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Here it means exercise for the body.

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Physical work uses the body, not only the mind.

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Here it means something you can touch.

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This word is taught in chapter 20, lesson 6: physical, tail, pour and 7 more words.