nictitating

[US]/ˈnɪktɪteɪtɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈnɪktɪˌteɪtɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.the act of blinking or closing the eyelids

Phrases & Collocations

nictitating membrane

nictitating reflex

nictitating gland

nictitating eyelid

nictitating action

nictitating response

nictitating function

nictitating behavior

nictitating reflexes

nictitating structures

Example Sentences

the bird was nictitating its eyes rapidly.

nictitating membranes help protect the eyes of some animals.

she noticed the nictitating reflex in the reptile.

the nictitating membrane is a unique feature of certain species.

during the examination, the vet observed the nictitating action.

some fish have a nictitating membrane to protect their eyes.

the nictitating membrane can be seen in action when the animal is startled.

birds often nictitate when they are resting.

the nictitating membrane helps maintain moisture in the eyes.

understanding nictitating behavior can aid in animal care.

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