Corporeally

/kɔrˈpɔriəli/ adverb

Definition

In a physical or material manner; by means of or in relation to the body or physical form.

Etymology

From corporeal + -ly (in the manner of). This adverbial form has been used since the 15th century in philosophical and theological texts.

Kelly Says

Medieval philosophers might argue whether an angel could act corporeally—could it actually move things in the physical world—or if it only existed as pure spirit.

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