As a Noun: 1. All the main physical parts of a person, including the head, arms and legs. English = body. 2. A person who is dead. English = body. 3. The main central part of your body, but not your neck, head, legs, or arms. English = trunk. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Qualities, actions, or things which are connected with a person's body, rather than with their mind. English = (be) physical.