asymbolia

asymbolia definition - medical

a·sym·bo·li·a (āˌsĭm-bōˈlē-ə)

noun
  1. A loss of the ability to comprehend by touch the form and nature of an object.
  2. A form of aphasia in which the significance of signs cannot be comprehended. Also called asemasia.

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