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corporal

The correct spelling is corporal.

How to pronounce corporal

/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl/
adjective

IPA: /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. 1.Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal.
  2. 2.Of or pertaining to the body, especially the human body; bodily.
  3. 3.Pertaining to the body (the thorax and abdomen), as distinguished from the head, limbs and wings, etc.

noun

  1. 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. 2.A non-commissioned officer rank in the police force, below a sergeant but above a private or patrolman.
  3. 3.A worker in charge of the wagonway, reporting to the deputy.
  4. 4.The white linen cloth on which the elements of the Eucharist are placed; a communion cloth.

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