Definition for CAR'NAL

CAR'NAL, a. [Fr. charnel; L. carnalis, from caro, flesh.]

  1. Pertaining to flesh; fleshly; sensual; opposed to spiritual; as, carnal pleasure.
  2. Being in the natural state; unregenerate. The carnal mind is enmity against God. – Rom. viii.
  3. Pertaining to the ceremonial law; as, carnal ordinances. – Heb. ix. 10.
  4. Lecherous; lustful; libidinous; given to sensual indulgence. – Shak. Carnal knowledge, sexual intercourse.

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