Definition of Proxemics

1. Noun. The study of spatial distances between individuals in different cultures and situations.

Generic synonyms: Social Science

Definition of Proxemics

1. Noun. The study of the effects of the physical distance between people in different cultures and societies ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Proxemics

1. [n]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Proxemics

prowl
prowl car
prowled
prowler
prowlers
prowlike
prowling
prowlingly
prowlings
prowls
proworker
prows
prox
prox.
proxemic
proxemics (current term)
proxenet
proxenetisms
proxenets
proxeni
proxenoi
proxenos
proxenus
proxeny
proxied
proxies
proxigean spring tide
proximad
proximal

Literary usage of Proxemics

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Alternative Medicine: Expanding Medical Horizons by DIANE Publishing Company (1995)
"Observation is formalized in many ways, including studying proxemics (how people use space) and kinesics (how people move to communicate), ..."

2. Training and Technology Transfer Course Performance Objectives Manual (TT1-01). by International Rice Research Institute (1990)
"proxemics - - use and perception of distance and space 6. Artifacts - - personal adornment and objects that influence self-presentation and interaction 7. ..."

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