Able-bodied: Refers to a person who does not have a disability. The term implies that all people with disabilities lack “able bodies” or the ability to use their bodies well. ... Confined to a wheelchair: Describes a person only in relationship to a piece of equipment designed to liberate rather than confine.

Is it OK to say able-bodied?

In referring to people with disabilities, it is preferable to use language that focuses on their abilities rather than their disabilities. Therefore, the use of the terms "handicapped," "able-bodied," "physically challenged," and "differently abled" is discouraged. ... Use "non-disabled" instead.

What is an able person?

Someone who is able is very clever or very good at doing something.