stretch receptor

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Noun stretch receptor has 1 sense

stretch receptor - a receptor in a muscle that responds to stretching of the muscle tissue
--₁ is a kind of sense organ, sensory receptor, receptor

Definitions from the Web

Stretch Receptor

A stretch receptor is a sensory organ that responds to changes in muscle length. It is typically found in muscles and tendons, and helps to maintain the body's sense of proprioception.

Senses and Usages

Anatomy: A type of sensory receptor located in muscles and tendons, which detects changes in muscle length.
Physiology: A receptor that relays information about muscle length and tension to the central nervous system.

Sample Sentences

The stretch receptors in my calf muscles signaled a need to stretch after a long run.
Stretch receptors in the tendons provide important feedback for coordinating movements.
The information from the stretch receptor helped the athlete adjust their muscle contraction during the exercise.

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