Bodied

/ˈbɒdid/ adjective

Definition

Having a body of a specified kind, usually used in compound words like 'heavybodied' or 'fullbodied' to describe how substantial something is.

Etymology

From the verb 'body' plus the past participle suffix '-ed'. Relates to Old English 'bodig' meaning the physical form. The suffix indicates the state or condition of having been given a body.

Kelly Says

Wine tasters use 'full-bodied' to describe wines with more mouth-feel and substance—it's literally applying a physical metaphor to taste, showing how we use body-language even for senses that have nothing to do with physical form.

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