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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Diagnosis The diagnosis of Ludwig angina involves a physical examination by your healthcare provider. Francisco J. Rivera Rosario, Health, 11 Mar. 2025 Although rare, free agents sometimes fail one team's physical examination but not another's. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025 The team has not announced the deal because Kikuchi has yet to complete his physical examination. Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2024 Diagnosing the cause of hip pain begins with a medical history review and physical examination. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 31 Oct. 2024 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 Mar. 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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