body type
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of body type
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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“Abstract Body” delves into the corseted, bustled shapes women were subjected to in centuries past, while “Reclaimed Body” acknowledges wild new imperatives that reject inherited standards and mock the idea of one body type.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
The brand, valued at $1bn, became known for its runway extravaganzas, reminiscent of a modern alternative to the iconic Victoria's Secret shows, but this time with every body type on display.
From BBC • Feb. 1, 2025
"If they mention the character's body type," she says, "I pass immediately. It's lazy and weird."
From Salon • Dec. 4, 2024
Laurence Fishburne has a different body type than Rivers, but did he reasonably capture the former Clippers coach’s personality and reaction to the Sterling scandal?
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2024
A guide on the right-hand side of the page recommended various styles based on body type.
From "George" by Alex Gino
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