blinking

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
  2. verb briefly shut the eyes
  3. verb force to go away by blinking

In classic literature

Synonyms

blink, eye blink, wink, winking, nictitation, nictation

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