- palpation (n.)
[palpation 词源字典]
- late 15c., from Middle French palpation, from Latin palpationem (nominative palpatio) "stroking, flattering, flattery," noun of action from past participle stem of palpare "to touch" (see feel (v.)). Used in English in literal sense.[palpation etymology, palpation origin, 英语词源]