palpation
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of palpation
First recorded in 1450–1500; from Latin palpātiōn-, stem of palpātiō “a stroking, flattery”; see palpate 1 ( def. ), -ion ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The sensors enabled the simulator to offer feedback never before available on palpation: the use of touch in clinical practice for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
From Slate ● Nov. 7, 2013
Since the first rib is hidden behind the clavicle, the second rib is the highest rib that can be identified by palpation.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Brennan’s examination was conducted by the method of palpation the larynx.
From New York Times ● Jun. 11, 2013
“Immediately following gas instillation,” wrote Levitt in the final paper, “air inside the pantaloons was constantly mixed via vigorous palpation over a 30-second period.”
From Salon ● Apr. 7, 2013
It was determined by daily palpation that she laid her eggs somewhere in the general area of the ravine on June 15 but the nest could not be found.
From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by Legler, John M.
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