Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Palpation.
Palpation - as a noun
A method of examination in which the examiner feels the size or shape or firmness or location of something (of body parts when the examiner is a health professional)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tactual explorationHypernyms (Closely Related)
touch10touching14examination20scrutiny13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Doctors use palpation to examine a patient's abdomen for any abnormalities."
"During the physical examination, the doctor performed a palpation of the patient's lymph nodes."
"The nurse used gentle palpation to feel the patient's pulse."
"The veterinarian used palpation to assess the dog's muscles and joints."
"In massage therapy, palpation is often used to locate and release muscle tension."
Word Game Points
Is PALPATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, palpation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PALPATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PALPATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, palpation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPALPATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PALPATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, palpation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPALPATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
