: an area of the cerebral cortex that receives afferent nerve fibers from lower sensory or motor areas
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebThe construction will soon offer a new space dedicated for parents and caregivers, as well as a quiet sensory area for campers. Jessika Harkay, courant.com, 18 Aug. 2021 The playground has rubberized footing, a sensory area, adaptive playground equipment, a picnicking area, areas divided for the younger and older children and a spray park. Brandi Addison, Dallas News, 30 June 2021 The event will have children’s activities, a sensory area, and resources for families. Gloria Casas, chicagotribune.com, 3 Apr. 2021 Quiet rooms, low-sensory areas, and noise-canceling headphones will also be available if someone is experiencing sensory overload. Erin Mccarthy, Philly.com, 14 Apr. 2018 The park also offers low sensory areas, noise-cancelling headphones and officials have developed a pre-visit sensory guide to help families plan activities that suits their child’s needs. Char Adams, PEOPLE.com, 4 Apr. 2018
Word History
First Known Use
1896, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
sensory area
noun
: an area of the cerebral cortex that receives afferent nerve fibers from lower sensory or motor areas