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Definition of Pilomotor reflex
1. Noun. Reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation.
Exact synonyms: Goose Bump, Goose Pimple, Goose Skin, Goosebump, Gooseflesh, Horripilation
Generic synonyms: Inborn Reflex, Innate Reflex, Instinctive Reflex, Physiological Reaction, Reflex, Reflex Action, Reflex Response, Unconditioned Reflex
Derivative terms: Horripilate, Horripilate
Generic synonyms: Inborn Reflex, Innate Reflex, Instinctive Reflex, Physiological Reaction, Reflex, Reflex Action, Reflex Response, Unconditioned Reflex
Derivative terms: Horripilate, Horripilate
Definition of Pilomotor reflex
1. Noun. Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Pilomotor reflex
1. Contraction of the smooth muscle of the skin resulting in "gooseflesh" caused by mild application of a tactile stimulus or by local cooling. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Pilomotor Reflex
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