Excitomotory

/ˌɛksɪtoʊˈmoʊtəri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or producing excitation of motor functions; causing movement through stimulation.

Etymology

Compound: 'excito-' + 'motory' (variant form of 'motor,' relating to movement). Similar to 'excitomotor' but using the '-ory' suffix.

Kelly Says

Like 'excitomotor,' this rare technical term describes the exciting-to-movement pipeline in your nervous system, though 'excitomotor' is generally preferred in modern scientific writing.

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