so·ma 1 (s m )n. pl. so·ma·ta (-m -t ) or so·mas 1. The entire body of an organism, exclusive of the germ cells. 3. The body of an individual as contrasted with the mind or psyche.
[New Latin s ma, from Greek, body; see teu - in Indo-European roots.] |
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms | Noun | 1. | soma - leafless East Indian vine; its sour milky juice formerly used to make an intoxicating drinkvine - a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface | | 2. | Soma - personification of a sacred intoxicating drink used in Vedic ritual | | 3. | soma - alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak"chassis, bod, human body, material body, physical body, physique, build, anatomy, figure, flesh, frame, shape, form human, human being, homo, man - any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage person - a human body (usually including the clothing); "a weapon was hidden on his person" |
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