body type

American  

noun

Printing.

• body types
  plural

1. type used in the main text of printed matter, generally less than 14 points.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• body types
  plural

Etymology

Origin of body type

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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body type

Asked how he could make the identification with much of the man’s face covered, Cooper said he had met YG “a lot” and recognized his eyes, body type, height, walk and demeanor.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026

AI then uses this data to produce a series of recommendations—swing tips tuned to a user’s body type, as well as practice routines to enhance performance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 10, 2026

Her journey shattered long-standing norms in an art form historically dominated by white dancers, challenging stereotypes about body type, ethnicity, and “who belongs” in classical ballet.

From Salon ● Oct. 26, 2025

"I can do what I want, I can make a Sim with any body type, complexion, hair, whatever I want to do, it's one of the most customisable games I have."

From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2025

She’s probably got Jupe by an inch or so height-wise, but completely opposite body type: slim, kind of willowy.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone