palpating

The word “palpating” has 3 syllables: pal-pa-ting.

It's pronounced as /ˈpælˌpeɪtɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for palpating?

In the thesaurus, “palpating” has 6 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for palpating along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for palpating

  • brushing
  • feeling
  • patting
  • shaving
  • tapping
  • touching

Meanings of palpating

  • verb
    1. To examine or otherwise explore through touch, particularly in reference to an area or organ of the human body.

Example Sentences

  • The doctor was palpating the patient's abdomen to check for any signs of tenderness or swelling.
  • The researcher spent hours palpating the specimens to gather data for the study.
  • The detective was palpating the suspect's pockets for any concealed weapons.
  • As part of the physical examination, the veterinarian was palpating the dog's limbs for signs of injury.
  • The masseuse was skilled at palpating the muscles to identify areas of tension and discomfort.

On this page you'll find 6 synonyms or another words to palpating, such as: brushing, feeling, patting, shaving, tapping, touching.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

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  • shaving
  • touching

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