Corps (en. Body)

/kɔʁ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Set of organs and tissues of the human body.
The human body is composed of several complex systems.
Le corps humain est composé de plusieurs systèmes complexes.
Physical part of an individual, as opposed to the mind.
Meditation helps to connect the body and the mind.
La méditation aide à relier le corps et l'esprit.
Organism considered as a whole.
The social body evolves over time.
Le corps social évolue avec le temps.

Etymology

From the Latin 'corpus', which means 'body' or 'society'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dream body
A body considered ideal or attractive.
corps de rêve
explosive body
A body that has strong musculature.
corps explosif
foreign body
An object that is found inside another.
corps étranger

Related Words

corporal
Relating to the body.
corporal
incorporeal
Which has no material body.
incorporelle
corpulence
State or quality of someone concerning their fat or weight.
corpulence

Slang Meanings

A well-formed and muscular body.
He has a champion’s body.
Il a un corps de champion.
To feel tired or exhausted.
After exercising, I feel my body is exhausted.
Après le sport, je sens mon corps épuisé.