noun
- the sense of the position and movement of one's own body and limbs in space, without relying on vision
Usage: technical/medical term; also called kinesthetic sense
Examples
- Proprioception allows you to touch your nose with your eyes closed.
- Athletes develop enhanced proprioception through training and practice.
- Damage to the nerves can impair proprioception and cause balance problems.
- Yoga and tai chi help improve proprioception and body control.
- Your proprioception tells you where your feet are when you walk in the dark.