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1. startle_response
noun. a complicated involuntary reaction to a sudden unexpected stimulus (especially a loud noise); involves flexion of most skeletal muscles and a variety of visceral reactions.
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3. response
noun. ['rɪˈspɑːns, riːˈspɑːns'] a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent.
4. response
noun. ['rɪˈspɑːns, riːˈspɑːns'] a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation.
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6. response
noun. ['rɪˈspɑːns, riːˈspɑːns'] a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister.
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7. response
noun. ['rɪˈspɑːns, riːˈspɑːns'] the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange.
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8. startle
verb. ['ˈstɑːrtəl'] to stimulate to action.
Etymology
- startle (English)
- startlen (Middle English (1100-1500))
9. startle
noun. ['ˈstɑːrtəl'] a sudden involuntary movement.
Etymology
- startle (English)
- startlen (Middle English (1100-1500))