palp ( synonym found)
Definition of palp:

(n) : an appendage found near the mouth in invertebrates; the fleshy part of a fingertip
"1922: He folded his razor neatly and with stroking palps of fingers felt the smooth skin. -- James Joyce, Ulysses"
(v) : to feel, to explore by touch
"1957: his skull looks palped and sucked down -- Lawrence Durrell, Justine"
Definition of palp:

(n) : an appendage found near the mouth in invertebrates; the fleshy part of a fingertip
"1922: He folded his razor neatly and with stroking palps of fingers felt the smooth skin. -- James Joyce, Ulysses"
(v) : to feel, to explore by touch
"1957: his skull looks palped and sucked down -- Lawrence Durrell, Justine"
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