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Physique
01
the natural constitution or physical structure of a person
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
His tall physique made him stand out in the crowd.
02
the trained, muscular structure of a person's body
Slang
What does "physique" mean in fitness slang?
The term "physique" refers to the overall shape, muscular development, and physical build of a person's body, especially one shaped through training or exercise. The structure comes directly from the French-derived word meaning bodily form or appearance. In fitness and bodybuilding contexts, it is commonly used to emphasize muscle definition, symmetry, and overall conditioning rather than just body size.
Examples
He 's proud of his physique after months at the gym.
