graphomotor
|gra-pho-mo-tor|
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/ˌɡræfoʊˈmoʊtər/
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/ˌɡræfəʊˈməʊtə/
writing motion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'graphomotor' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'grapho' meaning 'to write' and 'motor' from Latin 'motorius' meaning 'pertaining to motion'.
Historical Evolution
'grapho' combined with 'motor' to form the modern English word 'graphomotor'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to writing motion', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the coordination of muscle movements involved in writing.
The child has graphomotor difficulties, affecting his handwriting.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45