'touch-oriented' originates from the combination of 'touch' and 'oriented', where 'touch' refers to the sense of physical contact and 'oriented' means directed towards a particular focus.

The term 'touch-oriented' evolved from the increasing emphasis on tactile interfaces in technology, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

Initially, it referred to any preference for tactile interaction, but over time it has become more associated with technology and user interfaces.