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What does able-bodied mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word able-bodied? Here's what it means.

Adjective
  1. Having a sound, strong body; physically competent; robust; fit for service.
  2. (nautical) Capable of performing all requisite duties, as a seaman, specifically in the Royal Navy a rating between leading and ordinary.
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Disabled and able-bodied children will now be able to enjoy the playground together because of its specially designed equipment.
There is a snag with this product for owners who have dependants living with them, be they able-bodied or disabled.
In the athletes' village, it is great to see that everyone treats the disabled athletes the same as an able-bodied person.
I wish traffic wardens would use as much enthusiasm when dealing with able-bodied people who use disabled parking places.
Disabled and able-bodied children will be able to play side by side at the pioneering inclusive playground at Wharfemeadows Park in Otley.
Disabled people had the same rights and entitlements as able-bodied people.

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