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physicalize

American  
[fiz-i-kuh-lahyz] / ˈfɪz ɪ kəˌlaɪz /
especially British, physicalise

verb (used with object)

physicalized, physicalizing
  1. to express in physical terms; give form or shape to.

    The dancers physicalized the mood of the music.


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Etymology

Origin of physicalize

First recorded in 1945–50; physical + -ize

Example Sentences

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“I want to write for the choreographer. I’m going to create scenarios that physicalize themselves in unique ways.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 17, 2022

One plausible explanation is that zombies physicalize our fear of mortality and decay.

From Salon • Jul. 25, 2021

It's the rare choreographer who can physicalize this haunting, enchanting work.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2014

In an acting exercise suggested by the director, Michael Longhurst, Mr. Gyllenhaal touched or poked Ms. Funke every time he said something to her, to physicalize the psychological effect of taunting.

From New York Times • Aug. 23, 2012

That was a big clue for me, how to physicalize him.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 15, 2011

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