able-bodied
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Definition of able-bodied
: having a sound strong body
Synonyms & Antonyms for able-bodied
Synonyms
bouncing, fit, hale, healthy, hearty, robust, sound, well, well-conditioned, whole, wholesome
Antonyms
ailing, diseased, ill, sick, unfit, unhealthy, unsound, unwell
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able-bodied
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English Language Learners Definition of able-bodied
: having a healthy and strong body : physically fit
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: physically fit
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