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nociceptive

/nɒˈsɪsɪptɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does nociceptive mean?

adjective

Relating to or causing pain; capable of detecting or responding to painful stimuli.

Example

"The nociceptive fibers in the skin transmit pain signals to the brain."

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