noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
out-of-body experience; astral projection
Refers to the sensation or phenomenon of one's consciousness separating from the physical body. Often used in paranormal or spiritual contexts.
彼は臨死体験で体外離脱を経験したと言っている。
He says he had an out-of-body experience during his near-death experience.
体外離脱現象は科学的に説明できるのだろうか。
Can out-of-body phenomena be explained scientifically?
Compound of 体外 (outside the body) and 離脱 (separation, withdrawal). The term is a modern coinage for the concept of out-of-body experience.