Definition

Having a physical form or structure, often used to describe the nature or quality of a body in a specific way.

Example

The strong-bodied athlete excelled in weightlifting competitions.

Conversation

I saw that dog at the park, it looked really bodied and strong.

Yeah, it was impressive! I love seeing well-built dogs.

I wonder if they need special care due to being so bodied.

Definitely, strong-bodied dogs usually require more exercise.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bodied → It is formed from "body" (from Old English "bodig", meaning physical form or substance) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past tense or to indicate a state). The word "bodied" refers to something that has a physical form or is characterized by a body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'body' as the physical form, and remember that 'bodied' means having a physical form or substance.

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