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pilomotor reflex

n. Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear.

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pilomotor reflex

n. reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation [syn: gooseflesh, goose bump, goose pimple, goose skin, horripilation]