(possessional) Having a sound, strong body; physically competent; robust; fit for service.

Alternative spelling of able-bodied

A seaman, especially one in the merchant navy, who has been trained or certified in all routine duties; a member of the Royal Navy rated between ordinary seaman and leading seaman or boatswain's mate

plural of able-bodied seaman

The quality of being able-bodied.

Ableism: a prejudice in favor of the able-bodied