Meaning of the word senses in English

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senses

US /ˈsɛnsɪz/
UK /ˈsɛnsɪz/

Noun

1.

any of the faculties by which humans and animals perceive stimuli, such as sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch

Example:
Our five senses allow us to experience the world around us.
The strong aroma delighted all her senses.
2.

a faculty by which a person apprehends the truth of things without reasoning

Example:
He had a keen sense of direction.
She has a good sense of humor.

Verb

perceive by a sense or senses

Example:
I could sense his presence in the room.
She sensed that something was wrong.