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ASMR
abbreviation for
- autonomous sensory meridian response: a sensory phenomenon that occurs in response to low-volume audio stimuli, comprising a tingling sensation in the scalp, and sometimes including the neck or the back along the spine, along with a trancelike state of deep relaxation.
noun
- a genre of audio or video recording featuring gentle whispers, crinkling paper, tapping fingers, or buzzing sounds that are intended to elicit a pleasurable or relaxing autonomous sensory meridian response:
I go to sleep every night listening to ASMR now.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of ASMR1
First recorded in 2010–15; by abbreviation
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Example Sentences
When I needed to learn how to perform an ASMR clip, it was her uploads that I looked to for inspiration.
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ASMR artists use words and sounds to create a soothing image.
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Sure ASMR clips can put you to sleep and help stave off insomnia, maybe even get rid of that nasty headache you've had for days.
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Maria, who uploads to YouTube as Gentle Whispering, is considered one of the top ASMR artists.
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