primitive reflex
primitive reflex · primitive reflexes
A reflex action originating in the central nervous system that is exhibited by normal…A reflex action originating in the central nervous system that is exhibited by normal infants, but not neurologically intact adults, in response to particular stimuli.
Meaning
1 sensesA reflex action originating in the central nervous system that is exhibited by normal infants, but not neurologically intact adults, in response to particular stimuli.
Examples
1 sentencesBut their laughter is a way to socially bond with each other and is based on a primitive reflex similar to tickling.
Forms
plural: primitive reflexes| Singular | primitive reflex |
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