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tactile definition

tac·tile (tak′təl; chiefly Brit, -tīl′)

adjective

  1. that can be perceived by the touch; tangible
  2. of, having, or related to the sense of touch

Etymology: Fr < L tactilis < tangere, to touch: see tact

Related Forms:

  • tactility tac·til′·ity (-til′ə tē) noun

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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