physical examination

noun

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

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The physical examination may involve applying heat, cold, or a percussion test. Laura Schober, Health, 1 Dec. 2024 The researchers have emphasized that physical examinations are one of the most effective methods for early detection of conditions such as breast cancer, making this technology particularly valuable in clinical settings. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 31 Oct. 2024 Almost a year after Yoshinobu Yamamoto received a $50-million signing bonus, Snell will be paid $52 million up front, so long as the left-hander completes a physical examination to finalize his contract. Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024 The court said the man had doubled his daily food intake and consumed excessive water ahead of his physical examination for the national military draft. Stella Kim, NBC News, 26 Nov. 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 24 Dec. 2024.

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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