Synonyms: blink, blinking, eye blink, nictation, nictitation, wink, winking
Definition: a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
Similar words: unconditioned reflex, inborn reflex, innate reflex, instinctive reflex, physiological reaction, reflex, reflex action, reflex response
Definition: an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
Definition: closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly
Usage: he stood blinking in the bright sunlight
Definition: used especially of mouth or eyes
Usage: he sat quietly with closed eyes; his eyes were shut against the sunlight