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soma (1)

so·ma [ sṓmə ] (plural so·ma·ta [ sṓmətə ] or so·mas)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. all body cells except germ cells: all the cells and tissues in the body considered collectively, with the exception of germ cells

2. body as distinct from mind: the body considered separately from the mind or soul

[Mid-19th century. Via modern Latin< Greek sōma "body"]
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