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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In the postseason the physicality is dialed up a decibel or two, and when that happens the team general manager Chris Grier has assembled, the one Mike McDaniel coaches, has wilted. Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025 He also can be counted on to consistently bring physicality and play with effort. Sam Vecenie, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025 Ailments might ultimately jeopardize the ten-time Melbourne champion's physicality for the semifinal against Alexander Zverev. Tim Ellis, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 In terms of physicality and running into and out of trouble, he’s seen almost all the sport can throw at him. Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for physicality 

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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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 29 Jan. 2025.

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