SENSUAL, a. from L. sensus.
Pertaining to the senses, as distinct from the mind or soul.
Far as creation's ample range extends.
The scale of sensual, mental pow'rs ascends. Pope.
2. Consisting in sense, or depending on it as sensual appetites, hunger, lust, &c.
3. Affecting the senses, or derived from them as sensual pleasure or gratification. Hence,
4. In theology, carnal pertaining to the flesh or body, in opposition to the spirit not spiritual or holy evil.
5. Devoted to the gratification of sense given to the indulgence of the appetites sewd luxurious.
No small part of virtue consists in abstaining from that on wich sensual men place their felicity. Atterbury.