The sense
Example: The sense interprets environmental signals
Definition
"The sense" refers to a faculty by which living beings perceive and interpret environmental signals, such as sight, hearing, touch, taste, or smell, allowing them to experience and respond to their surroundings effectively.
Etymology
The phrase "the sense" originates from the Latin word 'sensus,' meaning perception or feeling. It entered English through Old French during the Middle Ages, reflecting the human ability to perceive stimuli. Did you know? The concept of 'sense' has been fundamental since ancient philosophy, emphasizing how humans understand the world.
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"The sense" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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