Main entry: physical
Definition: having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses
Usage: a physical manifestation; surrounded by tangible objects
Main entry: physical
Definition: concerned with material things
Usage: physical properties; the physical characteristics of the earth; the physical size of a computer
Main entry: strong-arm, physical, forcible
Definition: impelled by physical force especially against resistance
Usage: forcible entry; a real cop would get physical; strong-arm tactics
Main entry: physical
Definition: characterized by energetic bodily activity
Usage: a very physical dance performance
Main entry: physical
Definition: according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter)
Usage: a reflex response to physical stimuli
Main entry: physical
Definition: involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
Usage: physical exercise; physical suffering; was sloppy about everything but her physical appearance
Main entry: physical
Definition: relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics
Usage: physical sciences; physical laws