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nictitation

noun

A reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly

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Word length
11
Starts with
N
Ends with
N
Contains
IC
Scrabble score
13

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Pronunciation

nɪktɪˈteɪʃən

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noun

  1. A reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly

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