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Nictitation

Nictitation Meaning & Definition
Nictitation Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Nictitation?

[n] a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly

Synonyms | Synonyms for Nictitation: blink | blinking | eye blink | nictation | wink | winking

Related Terms | Find terms related to Nictitation:

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

Nictitation In Webster's Dictionary

\Nic`ti*ta"tion\, n. The act of winking.

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