Corporal (en. Bodily)
/koɾ.poˈɾal/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Military rank above private and below sergeant.
The corporal led his squad on the mission.
El corporal lideraba a su escuadrón en la misión.
Uniform or clothing related to this rank.
He wore the corporal uniform with pride.
Llevaba el uniforme de corporal con orgullo.
adjective
Pertaining to or relating to the body.
Physical exercise is essential for health.
El ejercicio corporal es esencial para la salud.
Refers to some function or physical aspect.
Bodily pain intensified after the accident.
El dolor corporal se intensificó tras el accidente.
Etymology
From Latin 'corporalis', meaning 'related to the body'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
body corporal
It refers to the whole human body.
cuerpo corporal
bodily theft
A crime involving physical harm to a person.
robo corporal
body examination
Physical evaluation from head to toe.
examen corporal
Related Words
corporation
A group of people organized to carry out a business.
corporación
corporeality
The existence or consideration of the body.
corporalidad
Slang Meanings
Corporal as a term in the military.
The corporal knows how to maintain discipline in the field.
El corporal sabe cómo mantener la disciplina en el campo.
A term that may refer to an attractive body.
That girl has an impressive corporal body.
Esa chica tiene un cuerpo corporal impresionante.