1. A movement or activity involving the body or bodily force
The physical action required to lift the heavy box was too much for him.
A ação física necessária para levantar a caixa pesada era demais para ele.
2. Bodily movement as opposed to verbal communication or thought
The actor conveyed emotion through physical action rather than dialogue.
O ator transmitiu emoção através de ação física em vez de diálogo.
3. In legal or theatrical contexts, a concrete deed or movement performed
The physical action in the scene was carefully choreographed.
A ação física na cena foi cuidadosamente coreografada.