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biofeedback.

A technique of gaining greater awareness of the many physiological functions of one's own body by using electronic or other instruments, and with the goal of being able to manipulate the body's systems at will.

11 characters3 syllables approx.English language

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noun/ˈbaɪoʊ.fiːdˌbæk/US
  1. A technique of gaining greater awareness of the many physiological functions of one's own body by using electronic or other instruments, and with the goal of being able to manipulate the body's systems at will.

    countable · uncountable
  2. Being mindful of one's own sensations for similar purposes (irrespective of technological devices).

    countable · uncountable
Where this word comes from

From bio- + feedback. First appears c. 1970 in the Journal of Transpersonal Psychology.

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