nictitant

/ˈnɪktɪtənt/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characterized by blinking or winking.
    • Some animals have a nictitant membrane that protects their eyes underwater.
    • His nictitant movements became more frequent as the dust irritated his eyes.
    • The nictitant reflex helps keep the eyes moist.
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