palpebration

/ˌpælpəˈbreɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of blinking or winking; the movement of the eyelids.
    • The doctor noted the patient's palpebration rate during the exam.
    • Palpebration helps keep the surface of the eye moist.
    • Frequent palpebration can be a sign of dry eyes.
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