body

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. the main part of a letter, book, or article, not including the start or end.

n. the central or main portion of a document or composition, distinct from the introduction, conclusion, or appendices.

“The body of the email explained the details of the new project.”

“While the introduction was brief, the body of the report contained a comprehensive analysis of the quarterly financial data.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Formal

n. a group of people who work together for a specific purpose.

n. a collective group of people organized for a particular function or task.

“The student body voted to change the school's lunch menu.”

“The governing body of the university met to discuss the proposed changes to the faculty tenure policy.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a large amount or collection of something, like information or water.

n. a substantial collection or mass of something, often used for knowledge or water.

Español:cuerpo

“There is a growing body of evidence that suggests sleep is vital for memory.”

“The researchers examined a vast body of literature before concluding that the previous theories were outdated.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Science Technical

n. an object in space or a solid item.

n. a separate physical entity or a three-dimensional object.

“The moon is a natural body that orbits the Earth.”

“In physics, a rigid body is an idealization of a solid object in which deformation is neglected.”

C1 · Advanced Slang · Informal

v. to completely defeat someone, especially in a game or a fight.

v. to decisively defeat or overpower an opponent; often used in competitive contexts or gaming.

“Our team totally bodied the other side in the final match.”

“The underdog unexpectedly bodied the reigning champion in the first round of the tournament, shocking the spectators.”

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Cooking

n. the rich, heavy, or full feeling that a drink, especially coffee or wine, has in your mouth.

n. the textural weight, viscosity, or mouthfeel of a beverage perceived on the tongue, ranging from light to syrupy.

“This dark roast coffee has a heavy body and a smooth finish.”

“Coffee tasters evaluate the body of the brew, noting whether the mouthfeel is delicate, buttery, or syrupy.”