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Sensory Definition & Meaning

sensory
adjective
  1. of a nerve fiber or impulse originating outside and passing toward the central nervous system; "sensory neurons"
  2. involving or derived from the senses; "sensory experience"; "sensory channels"
  3. relating to or concerned in sensation; "the sensory cortex"; "sensory organs"

"Sensory" in song lyrics

See how sensory is used in real songs:

  • "And misery enjoys company so I hope you got your sensory"
    Aceyalone — A Book of Human Language
  • "Amp though, stay low, beneath your radar sensory"
    Zion I — One
  • "sheila gray studios improvisation sensory"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "sensory"

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Frequently asked questions

What does sensory mean?
of a nerve fiber or impulse originating outside and passing toward the central nervous system; "sensory neurons" involving or derived from the senses; "sensory experience"; "sensory channels" relating to or concerned in sensation; "the sensory cortex"; "sensory organs"
What part of speech is sensory?
Sensory is an adjective.
How many definitions does sensory have?
Sensory has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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