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body composition
This term is primarily used in clinical, athletic, and nutritional contexts to describe the internal makeup of a human body. It shifts the focus away from total weight or Body Mass Index (BMI), which can be misleading, to the specific ratio of lean mass to adipose tissue.
In professional settings, it is often associated with specific measurement methods such as DEXA scans, skinfold calipers, or bioelectrical impedance analysis. It carries a technical register and is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing fitness goals or medical diagnostics.