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Meaning of corporal

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corporal

Pronunciation:/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl//ˈkɔɹ.pɝ.əl/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having a physical, tangible body; material, corporeal.

  2. Of or pertaining to the body, especially the human body; bodily.

    Example: corporal punishment

  3. Pertaining to the body (the thorax and abdomen), as distinguished from the head, limbs and wings, etc.

corporal

Pronunciation:/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl//ˈkɔɹ.pɝ.əl/

noun

Definitions

  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.

corporal

Pronunciation:/ˈkɔː.pɜ.ɹəl//ˈkɔɹ.pɝ.əl/

noun

Definitions

  1. The white linen cloth on which the elements of the Eucharist are placed; a communion cloth.