Synonyms for palpation
- noun
Definitions
- n. 1
The act of feeling or pushing on various parts of a patient’s body to determine medical condition such as the normality of organs or the presence or absence of tumors, swelling, muscle tension, etc.
Forms
- Plural
- palpations → touches…
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| palpation | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- touch1