somatic
UK: səʊˈmætɪk | US: soʊˈmætɪk
adj. relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind
adj. pertaining to the wall of the body cavity (in biology)
somat<body> + ic<adjective suffix>
- somat: From Greek sōma (body), referring to the physical structure of an organism.
- ic: A suffix forming adjectives, often indicating "relating to" or "characterized by."
Etymology Origin:
The word somatic traces back to Greek sōma (body), which was adopted into Late Latin as somaticus and later into English. The term emphasizes the physical or bodily aspect, contrasting with the mental or psychological (psychic). Its scientific usage (e.g., somatic cells) reflects this bodily focus, distinguishing it from germ cells or mental processes.
Yoga helps integrate somatic and mental awareness.
Somatic pain is often localized to specific body tissues.
The therapist specializes in somatic healing techniques.
Somatic mutations occur in non-reproductive cells.
Chronic stress can manifest as somatic symptoms like headaches.