Meaning of NICTATION
WordNet Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | [n] a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly |
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| Synonyms: | | blink, blinking, eye blink, nictitation, wink, winking |
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| See Also: | | inborn reflex, innate reflex, instinctive reflex, palpebration, physiological reaction, reflex, unconditioned reflex | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | \Nic*ta"tion\, n. [L. nictatio ? cf. F. nictation.]
the act of winking; nictitation.
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