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autophony


Meanings
  • Noun

    A condition where a person hears sounds originating from within their own body, such as digestive noises, heartbeats, or breathing.

    - "Despite her autophony, she was able to focus on her work."
    - "His autophony was so loud that it kept him awake at night."

Variants
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autobahn , autobahnen , autobahns
Etymology
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From the Greek words 'autos' (self) and 'phonia' (sound).


Trivia
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  1. Autophony is a relatively rare condition, affecting only a small percentage of the population.

  2. Autophony can be a symptom of various underlying medical conditions, such as inner ear disorders or neurological conditions.


Related Concepts
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  1. Misophonia: A condition where a person experiences strong emotional reactions to specific sounds, which can include their own body noises.

  2. Tinnitus: A condition characterized by the perception of ringing or other sounds in the ears, which can be a form of autophony.


Culture
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Autophony is not typically associated with any particular cultural, historical, or symbolic significance.

How to Memorize "autophony"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine the sounds of your own body, such as your heartbeat or digestion, as a way to remember the term 'autophony'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term 'autophony' with the idea of hearing sounds from within your own body.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic device using the word 'autophony' and the meaning 'self-sound' to help remember the definition.


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