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palpate

/ˈpæl.peɪt/

palpateverb

palpated

Präteritum

palpated

Partizip Perfekt

palpating

Gerundium

/ˈpæl.peɪt/

Translations

The doctor will palpate the abdomen to check for any abnormalities.

Врач будет пальпировать живот, чтобы проверить наличие каких-либо отклонений.

Definitions

To examine or explore by touching, especially for the purpose of diagnosing disease or illness.

The doctor palpated the patient's abdomen to check for any abnormalities.

To feel or touch something carefully, especially with the fingers, in order to examine it.

She palpated the lump gently with her fingertips.

Synonyms

palpateadjective

more palpate

Komp.

most palpate

Super.

/ˈpæl.peɪt/

/ˈpælˌpeɪt/

Rare zoological adjective meaning 'having palpi or palp-like structures'.

Definitions

Having palpi or palp-like appendages.

The insect's palpate maxillae are adapted for sensing food.