nociceptive
|no-ci-cep-tive|
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/ˌnoʊsɪˈsɛptɪv/
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/ˌnəʊsɪˈsɛptɪv/
pain detection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nociceptive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nocere,' where 'noc-' meant 'to harm' and '-ceptive' relates to 'receiving or perceiving.'
Historical Evolution
'nocere' transformed into the modern English word 'nociceptive' through scientific terminology development.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to perceive harm,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the sensory nervous system's response to certain harmful or potentially harmful stimuli.
The nociceptive response is crucial for detecting pain.
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Last updated: 2025/07/08 04:54