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Proprioception

Noun CEFR C2
ˌpɹəʊ.pɹi.əʊˈsɛp.ʃən

Definitions

The sense of the position of parts of the body, relative to other neighbouring parts of the body.

countable, uncountable

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Examples

“[…] it is achieved through a neuromuscular feedback system known as proprioception or kinaesthetic awareness, as well as through an auditory control system in which the ear monitors the sound and makes […]”
Sometimes referred to as our sixth sense, proprioception is what helps high-level athletes take a penalty without looking at the ball, or orient themselves in the air while doing a twisting somersault.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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