"Pinocchio illusion" meaning in All languages combined

See Pinocchio illusion on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: Pinocchio illusions [plural]
Etymology: In reference to the literary character Pinocchio, whose nose grew when he told a lie. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Pinocchio illusion (plural Pinocchio illusions)
  1. (psychology) The illusion of proprioception that one's nose is growing longer. Wikipedia link: Pinocchio Categories (topical): Psychology

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