algesthesis
|al-ges-the-sis|
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/ælˈdʒɛsθəsɪs/
pain perception
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algesthesis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'algos,' where 'algos' meant 'pain.'
Historical Evolution
'algos' transformed into the modern English word 'algesthesis' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pain,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the perception of pain or the sensation of pain.
The study of algesthesis is crucial in understanding how humans perceive pain.
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Last updated: 2025/06/20 05:06