Philosophy of perception refers to the branch of philosophy that deals with the nature and knowledge of perception and sensory experiences. Synonyms for this term include epistemology of perception, theory of perception, philosophy of sensory experience, and philosophy of sensation. These terms all refer to the study of how humans obtain knowledge about the world through their senses and how perception shapes our understanding of reality. Additionally, related terms may include the philosophy of mind and the philosophy of consciousness, which explore how perception and sensory experience relate to the nature of the mind and our subjective experiences.