body type
Americannoun
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body types
plural
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of body type
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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In her late teens, Ms. Cox, who became one of the greatest open-water swimmers of all time, allowed researchers to study her body type.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
Adams studies video of opponents and factors in body type, experience, skill set and tendencies among other traits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 30, 2025
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
Perhaps some people are looking at me and saying 'she has a similar body type to me'.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2025
Serving size is based on your age, height, body type, health, and amount of physical labor required by your schedule.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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