classical conditioning

noun

Definition of classical conditioning

: conditioning in which the conditioned stimulus (such as the sound of a bell) is paired with and precedes the unconditioned stimulus (such as the sight of food) until the conditioned stimulus alone is sufficient to elicit the response (such as salivation in a dog) — compare operant conditioning

First Known Use of classical conditioning

1941, in the meaning defined above

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classical conditioning

noun

Medical Definition of classical conditioning

: conditioning in which the conditioned stimulus (as the sound of a bell) is paired with and precedes the unconditioned stimulus (as the sight of food) until the conditioned stimulus alone is sufficient to elicit the response (as salivation in a dog) — compare operant conditioning