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physical examination
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physical examination
n.
A medical examination to determine the condition of a person's health or physical fitness, especially for a specified activity or service.

physical examination
n
(Medicine) Med the process of examining the body by means of sight, touch, percussion, or auscultation to diagnose disease or verify fitness
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