TICKLES Meaning and
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Tickles are a form of gentle physical stimulation, usually applied by lightly brushing or moving the fingers over someone's skin, particularly in sensitive areas. It is often associated with laughter and an enjoyable, slightly ticklish sensation. This playful act can be both a natural response to physical contact or intentionally induced to evoke amusement or joy.
The physical act of tickling activates nerve endings located close to the skin's surface, which are responsible for transmitting sensations of touch to the brain. Tickling sensations generally trigger an involuntary response, known as laughter, as the body's way of expressing pleasure or discomfort. This response is believed to have evolved as a means of defense against potential threats, as being tickled can make a person temporarily vulnerable and therefore more cautious.
Tickles can vary in intensity and are typically performed on particularly sensitive parts of the body, such as the soles of the feet, underarms, or sides, where the nerve endings are more concentrated. However, it is important to note that the level of ticklishness can vary greatly among individuals, as some may find tickling to be intensely pleasurable, while others may find it highly unpleasant or even painful.
In addition to its physical aspect, tickling is often used figuratively in a metaphorical sense. For example, one might say that a humorous remark tickles their funny bone, implying a light-touch of amusement or a gentle stimulus that elicits laughter.
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Etymology of TICKLES
The word "tickles" appears to have originated from the Middle English word "tikelen", which was derived from the Old English word "ticklian". This Old English word likely came from an earlier Proto-Germanic root word "tikkelen" or "tikkilōną". The Proto-Germanic root could have been influenced by the Old Norse word "titla", meaning "to tickle". Ultimately, the exact origin of the word "tickles" is uncertain, but it has likely evolved from various Germanic languages over time.
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