sensory

adjective

sen·​so·​ry ˈsen(t)-sə-rē How to pronounce sensory (audio)
ˈsen(t)s-rē
Synonyms of sensorynext
1
: of or relating to sensation or to the senses
sensory stimulation
2
: conveying nerve impulses from the sense organs to the nerve centers : afferent
sensory neurons

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A study was conducted on sensory stimulation and its effects on the brain. trying to listen to music while watching the TV and eating dinner caused a sort of sensory overload
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Gesturing toward cinema’s roots in 19th-century phantom rides and panoramas, FELT finds a dynamic new form for the sensory experience of space and movement. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 Aug. 2025 Library patrons can check out kits with themes such as building, sensory, cars, active play and music. — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025 The skins can create a gritty texture or dull appearance, so Sarris said some chefs remove them for aesthetic and sensory reasons. — Sarah Garone, Health, 5 Aug. 2025 The formula—a blend of mango butter and camelia wax—moisturizes and softens the skin, and perfume plays a starring role in the whole sensory experience. — Jenny Berg, Allure, 2 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sensory

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sensory was in 1651

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sensory area
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sensory

adjective
sen·​so·​ry ˈsen(t)s-(ə-)rē How to pronounce sensory (audio)
1
: of or relating to sensation or to the senses
sensory stimulation
2
: carrying nerve impulses from the sense organs toward or to the brain : afferent
a sensory nerve

Medical Definition

sensory

adjective
sen·​so·​ry ˈsen(t)s-(ə-)rē How to pronounce sensory (audio)
1
: of or relating to sensation or the senses
sensory stimulation
sensory data
2
: conveying nerve impulses from the sense organs to the nerve centers : afferent
sensory nerve fibers

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