Praxis

/ˈpɹæk.sɪs/ noun

Definition

The ability to plan, organize, and execute skilled purposeful movements and sequences of movements.

Etymology

From Greek 'praxis' meaning 'doing, action, practice,' from 'prassein' (to do, act).

Kelly Says

Praxis is the brain's ability to plan and carry out movements — from buttoning your shirt to writing your name, it's the motor planning that makes actions smooth.

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