Horripilation synonyms
hô-rĭp'ə-lā'shən, hŏ-
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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.
Alternative spelling of goose flesh.
Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear.
(Rarely used in the singular) Small bumps on the skin caused by the involuntary erection of hairs in response to cold or fear.
Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear.
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