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anticipatory movement

a movement that is based on (a) expected changes in the environment (e.g., predictive smooth eye or hand movements to track a moving stimulus); (b) expected postural necessity (e.g., to maintain balance when shifting a limb); or (c) preparation for an upcoming action (e.g., prepositioning movements, such as lip rounding in speech).

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November 23rd 2024

simulator

simulator

n. a training device that simulates the conditions or environment of the actual operating situation or that resembles the actual equipment to be used, such as a flight simulator for pilots. The training allows for a safe, lower-cost experience with the conditions under study but may lack realism.