Embody Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)

embody

/ɪmˈbɑːdi/

verb

embodies;

embodied;

embodying

embody

/ɪmˈbɑːdi/

verb

embodies;

embodied;

embodying

Britannica Dictionary definition of EMBODY

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1

:

to represent (something) in a clear and obvious way

:

to be a symbol or example of (something)

• He is a leader who embodies courage. [=he is a very courageous leader]

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2

formal

:

to include (something) as a part or feature

• The legislature embodied a revenue provision in the new law.
• The new law embodies a revenue provision. = A revenue provision is embodied in the new law.

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