corporal
/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl//ˈkɔɹ.pɝ.əl/
adjective
- 1
Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal.
- 2
Of or pertaining to the body, especially the human body; bodily.
“corporal punishment”
- 3
Pertaining to the body (the thorax and abdomen), as distinguished from the head, limbs and wings, etc.
noun
- 1
A non-commissioned officer army rank with NATO code OR-4. The rank below a sergeant but above a lance corporal and private.
- 2
A non-commissioned officer rank in the police force, below a sergeant but above a private or patrolman.
- 3
A worker in charge of the wagonway, reporting to the deputy.
noun
- 1
The white linen cloth on which the elements of the Eucharist are placed; a communion cloth.
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