Myotactic Reflex (Noun)

Meaning

Reflex contraction of a muscle when an attached tendon is pulled; important in maintaining erect posture.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Stretch Reflex

Hypernyms

• Reflex Action
• Instinctive Reflex
• Physiological Reaction
• Reflex
• Innate Reflex
• Inborn Reflex
• Unconditioned Reflex