Palpebration (Noun)
Meaning
Repeated blinking or winking (especially if uncontrolled and persistent).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- She couldn't concentrate on the presentation due to her spasmodic palpebration, which made her look like she was trying to send a Morse code message.
- The twitching eye made him wonder if his cousin's palpebration was a sign of a more serious neurological issue.
- As a model, the uncontrolled palpebration made it challenging for her to pose for the camera, as it gave her an unintentional flirtatious look.
- The doctor asked the patient if her palpebration had been caused by exposure to wind, allergies, or irritation of some kind.
- Throughout the TV interview, the candidate's repetitive palpebration had become distracting and slightly undermining to his arguments.