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corporal

About the physical body, not the mind or feelings.

Corporal means relating to the physical body, as opposed to the mind or spirit. Corporal pain means pain felt in the body rather than emotional hurt.

In the military, a corporal is also a low-ranking officer. This use of the word developed separately from the “body” meaning, even though it is spelled the same way.

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corporal - Definition for Kids

About the physical body, not the mind or feelings.

Corporal means relating to the physical body , as opposed to the mind or spirit . Corporal pain means pain felt in the body rather than emotional hurt . In the military , a corporal is also a low - ranking officer . This use of the word developed separately from the “ body ” meaning , even though it is spelled the same way .