horripilation
/hɔˌrɪpəˈleɪʃən/
noun
- The condition of having the hairs on the skin stand up, usually because of cold, fear, or excitement; goosebumps.
- Horripilation is a natural reflex that can happen when you are scared or cold.
- The eerie sound in the dark gave her a feeling of horripilation all over her body.
- A sudden chill wind caused horripilation on his arms.
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