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proprioceptor

/prəˈprɪəsɛptər/ noun · British & US
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What does proprioceptor mean?

noun

A sensory receptor that responds to changes in the position and movement of the body, particularly in the muscles and joints.

Example

"The proprioceptors in her muscles helped her maintain her balance while walking on the tightrope."

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