physical exam
nounUK /ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl ɪɡˈzæm/
US /ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl ɪɡˈzæm/
A check-up where a doctor looks at your body to see if you are healthy.
The doctor gave me a physical exam before I joined the soccer team.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A school test on the science of how things move and work.
I studied hard for my physics exam on Friday.
3. A careful look at something to see what it is like.
The scientist did a physical exam of the rock samples.
4. A check of a machine or car to make sure it works well.
The mechanic did a physical exam of the engine.