sense organ

a body part, such as the eye or ear, that contains or comprises receptor cells, which are sensitive to particular stimuli, together with associated structures specialized to receive this sensory input. Also called sensory organ; sensory receptor organ.

Browse dictionary by letter

a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z

Psychology term of the day

December 21st 2024

screening audiometry

rapid group measurement of audibility using a tone or tones of fixed level.