physicality

noun

phys·​i·​cal·​i·​ty ˌfi-zə-ˈka-lə-tē How to pronounce physicality (audio)
plural physicalities
1
: intensely physical orientation : predominance of the physical usually at the expense of the mental, spiritual, or social
2
: a physical aspect or quality

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Jones credits the physicality that belied Mathieu’s 5-9, 190-pound frame — along with his intangibles — in helping create the championship culture in Kansas City. Jeff Fedotin, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025 The play about two sets of twins is popular for its mistaken-identity mix-ups, slapstick and physicality. David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025 Newcomer Patel brings an open heart to the role of Aysha, dancing between vulnerability and seductive magnetism with subtle shifts in physicality. David Opie, IndieWire, 15 July 2025 The speed and physicality of Minnesota’s more potent Summer League roster caught up with him a bit on Saturday. Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 14 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for physicality

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of physicality was in 1827

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“Physicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physicality. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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