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The correct spelling is corporal.
How to pronounce corporal
/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl/
adjectiveIPA: /ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl/
Say it like: Cor-por-al
The correct spelling is corporal. Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal. For example: "corporal punishment"
Usage Examples
“corporal punishment”
Meanings
adjective
- 1.Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal.
- 2.Of or pertaining to the body, especially the human body; bodily.
- 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.
- 4.The white linen cloth on which the elements of the Eucharist are placed; a communion cloth.
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