physical examination

noun

: an examination of the bodily functions and condition of an individual

Examples of physical examination in a Sentence

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In light of the document’s complexity and extraordinary length, a team of scholars was assembled to conduct a detailed physical examination and cross-reference names and locations with other historical sources. Franz Lidz, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025 The pre-op evaluation included a thorough review of Moreno’s medical and dental history, assessment of vital signs, a physical examination including heart, lung sounds and airway evaluation, among other procedures, according to a statement from Dreamtime Dentistry. Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2025 After Trump took office a second time, the White House released the results of his cognitive test and physical examination and tests. Chantelle Lee, Time, 19 May 2025 History, physical examination and X-rays support radicular pain. Diane Omdahl, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for physical examination

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of physical examination was circa 1884

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“Physical examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physical%20examination. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

physical examination

noun
: an examination of the bodily functions and condition of a person

Medical Definition

physical examination

noun
: an examination of the bodily functions and condition of an individual

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