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knee jerk

 
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–noun
a reflex extension of the leg, caused by contraction of the quadriceps, resulting from a sharp tap on the patellar tendon; patellar reflex.
Origin:
1875–80
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knee-jerk

  [nee-jurk]
–adjective
1. of or pertaining to a knee-jerk.
2. Informal. reacting according to a certain habitual manner; unthinking: a knee-jerk liberal.
Origin:
1895–1900
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knee-jerk   (nē'jûrk')
adj.   Slang

  1. Easily predictable; automatic: "quick, easy laughs and knee-jerk responses" (New York).

  2. Reacting spontaneously in the expected manner: a knee-jerk cynic.

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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: knee jerk
Function: noun
: an involuntary forward jerk or kick produced by a light blow or sudden strain upon the patellar ligament of the knee that causes areflex contraction of the quadriceps muscle called also patellar reflex
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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knee jerk n.
See patellar reflex.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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