Etymology:
Meaning and Origin:
"Corporeal" refers to anything that is related to the physical body. It describes things that are tangible, material, or tangible.
The term has its origins in ancient Greek and Latin philosophy, where it was used to distinguish between the physical, tangible world (corporeal) and the abstract, intangible world (incorporeal). In particular, the Greek philosopher Plato used the term to refer to the physical realm as opposed to the ideal realm of Forms.
In modern usage, "corporeal" has come to be synonymous with "physical" or "bodily." It is often used in contrast to "incorporeal," which refers to things that are intangible, such as thoughts, emotions, or souls.
Examples of usage:
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