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stimming

/ˈstɪmɪŋ/

Translations

stimmingnoun

/ˈstɪmɪŋ/

Used chiefly in autism-related contexts.

auto-stimulationSurtout en contexte neurodivergent, notamment autistique.

His stimming helps him stay calm in stressful situations.

Son auto-stimulation l’aide à rester calme dans les situations stressantes.

Synonyms

self-stimulation

self-stimulatory behavior

repetitive self-stimulation

sensory-seeking behavior

repetitive motor behavior

stereotyped movements

stereotyped behavior

stereotypy

repetitive behavior

stimmingadjective

Attributive use derived from the noun; relates to stimming.

d’auto-stimulationSe dit surtout d’objets ou d’activités destinés à favoriser l’auto-stimulation.

She keeps a few stimming toys on her desk.

Elle garde quelques jouets d’auto-stimulation sur son bureau.

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Definitions

stimmingnoun

the act of engaging in repetitive self-stimulatory behaviour, especially as a way to regulate sensory input or emotion

His stimming helps him stay calm in stressful situations.

stimmingadjective

relating to stimming or intended to support self-stimulatory behaviour

She keeps a few stimming toys on her desk.