Advertisement
Advertisement
proprioception
[ proh-pree-uh-sep-shuhn ]
noun
, Physiology.
- perception governed by proprioceptors, as awareness of the position of one's body.
proprioception
/ prō′prē-ō-sĕp′shən /
- The unconscious perception of movement and spatial orientation arising from stimuli within the body itself. In humans, these stimuli are detected by nerves within the body itself, as well as by the semicircular canals of the inner ear.
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of proprioception1
First recorded in 1905–10; proprio- + (re)ception
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[pet-ri-kawr]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse