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physique

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //fəˈzik// UK //fɪzˈiːk// physique

n. the shape and size of a person's body. It usually describes how strong or healthy someone looks.

n. the physical form or constitution of a human body, especially regarding muscular development and proportion.


SIMPLE

He has a very athletic physique.

CONTEXTUAL

Years of swimming and weightlifting gave him a powerful physique that stood out in the crowd.

COMPLEX

The sculptor spent months studying human anatomy to ensure that the marble statue accurately reflected the powerful physique of a classical athlete.

Synonyms
Origin

From French physique.

Usage

Commonly modified by adjectives like 'athletic', 'powerful', 'slight', or 'lean'.

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