corporeality
|cor/po/re/al/i/ty|
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/ˌkɔːrˌpɔːriˈæləti/
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/ˌkɔːpɔːriˈælɪti/
physical existence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'corporeality' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'corporeus,' where 'corpus' meant 'body.'
Historical Evolution
'corporeus' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'corporealitas,' and eventually became the modern English word 'corporeality.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a body or form,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being physical.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being physical or having a body.
The corporeality of the sculpture made it seem almost alive.
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Last updated: 2025/02/01 23:30