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mechanoreceptor /mech·a·no·re·cep·tor/ (mek?ah-no-re-sep´ter) a receptor that is excited by mechanical pressures or distortions, as those responding to touch and muscular contractions.
mechanoreceptor (mi·kanˈ·ō·ri·sepˑ·t n a sense receptor activated by mechanical pressure (e.g., touch, massage) or distortion (e.g., muscle tension). mechanoreceptor, n a sensory nerve ending that responds to mechanical stimuli, such as touch, pressure, sound, and muscular contraction. mechanoreceptor a nerve-ending sensitive to mechanical pressures or distortions, such as those responding to touch and muscle contractions. cutaneous mechanoreceptor touch, pain, temperature, pressure receptors are defined in human skin; also some touch sensors which are stimulated only by firm pressure over a long period. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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