physical applies to what is perceived directly by the senses and may contrast with mental, spiritual, or imaginary.

PHYSICAL definition: of or relating to the body. See examples of physical used in a sentence.

1. of or pertaining to the body. 2. of or pertaining to that which is material: the physical universe. 3. noting or pertaining to the properties of matter and energy other than those peculiar to living matter. …

physical adjective (MATERIAL) existing as or connected with things that can be seen or touched:

A physical is a medical examination by your doctor to make sure that there is nothing wrong with your health, or a medical examination to make sure you are fit enough to do a particular job.

of or pertaining to that which is material: the physical universe; the physical sciences. Physics noting or pertaining to the properties of matter and energy other than those peculiar to living matter.

Feb 3, 2026 · physical (comparative more physical, superlative most physical) Of medicine. Her father was thrown from his horse, when his blood was in a very inflammatory state, and the bruises were …

Physical definition: Of or relating to material things.

PHYSICAL meaning: 1 : relating to the body of a person instead of the mind; 2 : existing in a form that you can touch or see

Definition of physical adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.