pilomotor reflex n.
Contraction of the smooth muscle of the skin caused by mild application of a tactile stimulus or by local cooling and resulting in goose bumps.
| pilomotor reflex | |
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| reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation |
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |