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bodied

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɑdid// UK //bˈɒdɪd// bod·ied

v. describing the physical shape or build of a person or animal. You use it to say if someone is thin, heavy, or strong.

v. relating to the physical constitution, build, or shape of a person or animal. Typically used in compound adjectives (e.g. 'slim-bodied', 'heavy-bodied').


SIMPLE

The horse has a strong, muscular body.

CONTEXTUAL

The athlete's lean, athletic body helped him win the race.

COMPLEX

The sculpture captures the grace of a slender-bodied dancer frozen in mid-movement.

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Usage

Used as a combining form in compound adjectives to describe physical build.

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