fleshly
pronunciation
How to pronounce fleshly in British English:
UK [ˈfleʃli]
How to pronounce fleshly in American English:
US [ˈflɛʃli]
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- Adjective:
- of the appetites and passions of the body
Word Origin
- fleshly (adj.)
- Old English flæsclic "corporeal, carnal;" see flesh (n.) + -ly (1).
Example
- 1. Fleshly sense had been capable of grasping the whole .
- 2. Many experts point out that physical exercise contributes directly to a persons fleshly fitness .
- 3. We should ask god to circumcise our ears so that we are not distracted by fleshly desires that keep us from hearing his still small voice .
- 4. For you are still fleshly .
- 5. O for you are still fleshly .