1. relating to the human body

1. a military rank below sergeant

Examples

• The doctor examined him for signs of corporal injury.
• Corporal punishment was once common in schools.
• The corporal needs of prisoners must be met.
• Corporal Smith led the patrol through the village.
• She was promoted from private to corporal last month.
• The corporal reported directly to the sergeant.
• Physical exercise addresses our corporal well-being.