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haptic

Syllabification: (hap·tic)
Pronunciation: /ˈhaptik/

Definition of haptic

adjective

technical
  • of or relating to the sense of touch, in particular relating to the perception and manipulation of objects using the senses of touch and proprioception.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek haptikos 'able to touch or grasp', from haptein 'fasten'

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Definition of haptic in the British & World English dictionary