facilitatory

adjective

: inducing or involved in facilitation especially of a reflex action

Word History

Etymology

facilitate + -ory entry 2

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of facilitatory was in 1867

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“Facilitatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/facilitatory. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

facilitatory

adjective
: inducing or involved in facilitation especially of a reflex action
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