pilomotor reflex

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Definition of pilomotor reflex in English English dictionary

Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear

reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation

Hyphenation

pilomotor re·flex

Synonyms

goose bumps, goose pimples, goose skin, goose flesh, horripilation