physique

noun

phy·​sique fə-ˈzēk 

: the form or structure of a person's body : bodily makeup

Synonyms

• build
• constitution
• figure
• form
• frame
• habit
• shape

Examples of physique in a Sentence

she had a well-toned physique

Recent Examples on the Web

Many doctors are also understandably cautious about prescribing the drug to people who don’t have an actual medical condition, because it’s been abused for decades by athletes and healthy men looking to improve their physique. —Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024

Marcos Llorente is known for his physique and athleticism. —Henry Flynn, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024

This, of course, led to questions about their fit physiques before the reporter pivoted to their impending nuptials. —Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024

Though White was focused on her son's cooking talents, her fans were more focused on his face — and his impressive physique. —Julia Moore, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, from physique physical, bodily, from Latin physicus of nature, from Greek physikos

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

physique

noun

phy·​sique fə-ˈzēk 

: the build of a person's body

Medical Definition

physique

noun

phy·​sique fə-ˈzēk 

: the form or structure of a person's body : bodily makeup

a muscular physique