physicality

phys·i·cal  (fz-kl)

adj.

1.

a. Of or relating to the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit. See Synonyms at bodily.

b. Involving or characterized by vigorous bodily activity: a physical dance performance.

c. Slang Involving or characterized by violence: "A real cop would get physical" TV Guide.

2. Of or relating to material things: our physical environment.

3. Of or relating to matter and energy or the sciences dealing with them, especially physics.

n.

A physical examination.

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[Middle English phisical, medical, from Medieval Latin physiclis, from Latin physica, physics; see physics.]

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physi·cali·ty (-kl-t) n.

physi·cal·ly adv.

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Noun

1.

physicality - preoccupation with satisfaction of physical drives and appetites animalism disposition, temperament - your usual mood; "he has a happy disposition"