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carnal

/kɑːrnəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does carnal mean?

adjective

Relating to the flesh or physical nature, especially in a way that is considered to be sensual or lustful.

Example

"The carnal desires of the protagonist drove the plot of the novel."

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