Nictitation

//nɪktɪˈteɪʃən//

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The word "nictitation" can be used as a noun.

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inborn reflex innate reflex instinctive reflex physiological reaction reflex reflex action reflex response unconditioned reflex

Related Terms

nictation nictitate nictitating membrane

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