physically
|phys-i-cal-ly|
B1
/ˈfɪzɪkli/
(physical)
relating to the body or tangible things
Etymology
Etymology Information
'physically' originates from the word 'physical,' which comes from the Latin word 'physica,' meaning 'natural science.'
Historical Evolution
'physica' transformed into the Old French word 'phisique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'physical.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to nature or natural science,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to the body or material things.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner related to the body or material things.
He is physically strong.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40
