정신이나 마음과 대조되는 신체 또는 육체 그 자체에 관한 것.
Relating to the physical body, especially as distinguished from the mind, spirit, or environment.
예문:
"The patient reported several somatic symptoms, including chronic headaches and muscle tension, that were linked to stress."
"Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and the body to release pent-up trauma."
생식 세포를 제외한 생물체의 조직을 구성하는 일반적인 체세포에 관한 것.
Relating to the cells of the body in contrast to the germ cells (reproductive cells).
예문:
"Somatic mutations occur in non-reproductive cells and cannot be inherited by the next generation."
"The research team specialized in somatic cell nuclear transfer for potential medical applications."