Body
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From Middle English body, probably a nickname for a corpulent person; and occupational surname from Middle English bode (“messenger”) + -y (diminutive ending). Equivalent to bode (“messenger, herald”) + -y.
Proper noun[edit]
Body
- A surname transferred from the nickname.
Proper noun[edit]
the Body
See also[edit]
Anagrams[edit]
German[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Shortened from English bodysuit. Compare similar forms in other languages under body.
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
Body m (strong, genitive Bodys, plural Bodys)
Declension[edit]
Declension of Body [masculine, strong]
Further reading[edit]
- “Body” in Duden online
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