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visuospatial

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vi·​suo·​spa·​tial | \ ˌvi-zhə-wō-ˈspā-shəl How to pronounce visuospatial (audio) \

Definition of visuospatial

: of, relating to, or being thought processes that involve visual and spatial awareness visuospatial problem solving

Examples of visuospatial in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Therefore, any sign of someone losing their visuospatial cognitive abilities is a sign of underlying problems and a reduced functioning of the brain. — Dean Burnett, The Cut, "Why Clocks?," 17 Jan. 2018

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First Known Use of visuospatial

1960, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for visuospatial

visual + -o- + spatial

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“Visuospatial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/visuospatial. Accessed 25 Oct. 2020.

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visuospatial

adjective
vi·​suo·​spa·​tial | \ -ˈspā-shəl How to pronounce visuospatial (audio) \

Medical Definition of visuospatial

: of, relating to, or being thought processes that involve visual and spatial awareness visuospatial problem solving

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