C1adjectivehealthpsychology
US/ˈbɑː.dəl.i/
UK/ˈbɒd.əl.i/
relating to the human body, not the mind or feelings
In context
The law punishes anyone who causes serious bodily harm to another person.
Hunger and thirst are basic bodily needs that everyone shares.
Sweating is a normal bodily function that cools us down.
Words that go with bodily
adjective + noun
- bodily harmHe was charged with causing grievous bodily harm.
- bodily functionIllness can affect every bodily function.
- bodily injuryThe accident caused serious bodily injury to two passengers.
- bodily fluidsNurses wear gloves to avoid contact with bodily fluids.
- bodily needsBabies cry to show their bodily needs.
- bodily contactBodily contact is not allowed in this part of the game.