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Soma

soma

(Science: anatomy) The whole axial portion of an animal, including the head, neck, trunk, and tail.

Origin: NL, fr. Gr, the body. Alternative names for the body of a human being; Leonardo studied the human body; he has a strong physique; the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak.


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