Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blinking
verb
/ˈblɪŋ.kɪŋ/
Definition
The act of closing and opening the eyes quickly, often involuntarily.
Examples
- He was blinking rapidly in the bright sunlight.
- She couldn’t believe her eyes and started blinking to see if it was real.
- After staring at the screen for a long time, he realized he hadn’t blinked.
Meaning
Blinking is a natural reflex that helps keep the eyes moist and protected from irritants.
Synonyms
- winking
- fluttering
- closing (the eyes)
