body

²body

verb

bod·iedbody·ing

Definition of BODY

transitive verb

1

: to give form or shape to : embody

2

: represent, symbolize —usually used with forth

Examples of BODY

1. <abstract sculpture that bodies forth the artist's aesthetic of minimalism>

First Known Use of BODY

15th century

Related to BODY

Synonyms: embody, epitomize, express, externalize, incarnate, incorporate, instantiate, manifest, materialize, personalize, personify, substantiate

Antonyms: disembody

Related Words: actualize, concretize, realize; exemplify, illustrate, image, objectify, symbolize, typify

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Rhymes with BODY

gaudy, shoddy, waddy