gag reflex

English

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɡæɡˌɹiː.flɛks/

Noun

gag reflex (plural gag reflexes)

  1. A reflex contraction of the back of the throat, evoked by touching the soft palate.

Synonyms

  • pharyngeal reflex

Translations

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