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startle reaction meaning and definition
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Definition of startle reaction (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
- synonyms: startle response
Source: Princeton University Wordnet