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Knee-jerk reflex

Knee-jerk reflex Meaning & Definition
Knee-jerk reflex Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Knee-jerk reflex?

[n] a reflex extension of the leg resulting from a sharp tap on the patellar tendon

Synonyms | Synonyms for Knee-jerk reflex: knee jerk | patellar reflex

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See Also | inborn reflex | innate reflex | instinctive reflex | physiological reaction | reflex | unconditioned reflex

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