Pronunciation: /ˈæfərəns/
noun the process of transmitting information from the peripheral nervous system to the central nervous system
A1 Afference refers to the process of sensory information being transmitted to the central nervous system.
A2 The afference of signals from the peripheral nervous system helps us perceive our environment.
B1 Understanding afference is crucial in studying how the brain processes sensory input.
B2 Researchers are investigating the role of afference in the development of certain neurological disorders.
C1 Afference pathways play a significant role in the integration of sensory information in the brain.
C2 The complex interplay of afference and efference pathways is essential for motor control and coordination.
formal Afference refers to the transmission of sensory information from the peripheral nervous system to the central nervous system.
informal When you touch something hot, afference signals travel from your hand to your brain to let you know it's hot.
slang My body's afference system is on point - I can feel everything!
figurative Her afference towards his emotions was evident in the way she could sense his mood without him saying a word.
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