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palpation
noun as in feel
noun as in touch
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Example Sentences
He was just setting out to explore the place by a thorough palpation, when he heard steps coming down a stair.
Local swelling is present and manifestations of pain are evident upon palpation of the affected area.
By palpation evidence of pain is discernible, though very little swelling occurs.
The obturation being incomplete, it may be impossible by palpation to decide that thrombosis really exists.
The nearness of the exostosis to the tibiotarsal articulation can be definitely determined by palpation.
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On this page you'll find 62 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to palpation, such as: ambience, atmosphere, aura, feeling, impression, and mood.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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