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somatic
[soh-mat-ik, suh-]
adjective
of the body; bodily; physical.
Synonyms:Antonyms:Anatomy, Zoology.pertaining to the body wall of an animal.
Cell Biology.pertaining to or affecting the somatic cells, as distinguished from the germ cells.
somatic
/ əʊˈæɪ /
adjective
of or relating to the soma
somatic cells
of or relating to an animal body or body wall as distinct from the viscera, limbs, and head
of or relating to the human body as distinct from the mind
a somatic disease
somatic
Relating to the body.
◆ The cells of the body with the exception of the reproductive cells (gametes) are known as somatic cells.
See Note at mitosis
Other Word Forms
- somatically adjective
- unsomatic adjective
- ˈپ adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of somatic1
Example Sentences
That’s the hypothesis of the Feels, an unusual in-person singles event that weaves meditation, talking prompts for intimacy and somatic exercises to help participants connect on a deeper level — with both each other and themselves.
It hosts readings, full moon sound baths and somatic workshops on a weekly basis.
“The breathwork was completely somatic, like no thoughts going in,” he said.
“This one felt like a really nice somatic journey because it’s a healing one. It’s a joyful one. It’s one that has a happy, desired outcome ending.”
A somatic therapist and actor, he lost most of his most treasured possessions, including the irreplaceable Tibetan singing bowls and gongs he’s collected over 15 years of world travels.
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