physique
Physique (noun) means the shape and build of a person's body, especially in terms of muscle and fitness. Example: “Years of training gave him an athletic physique.”
How to use physique
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow someone's body looks in terms of build and muscle.
Word forms
physiques plural
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Years of training gave him an athletic _____.
Etymology
From French physique.
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What does “physique” mean?
The word “physique” means the shape and build of a person's body, especially in terms of muscle and fitness. In plain terms, how someone's body looks in terms of build and muscle.
How do you use “physique” in a sentence?
Here is “physique” used in a sentence: “Years of training gave him an athletic physique.”
What is another word for “physique”?
Words with a similar meaning to “physique” include anatomy, build, constitution, figure, frame and habitus.
What part of speech is “physique”?
“Physique” is a noun.
Where does the word “physique” come from?
The word “physique” comes from French.
Is “physique” a common word?
“Physique” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.