startle reflex

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startle reflex

noun startle reflexes

A brainstem reflectory reaction that serves to protect vulnerable parts, such as the back of the neck and the eyes and facilitates an escape from sudden stimuli.

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@misc{startle_reflex_2026,
  title = {startle reflex},
  howpublished = {Wiktionary, via Micwyn},
  year = {2026},
  url = {https://micwyn.com/word/startle%20reflex},
  urldate = {2026-11-06}
}