Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nictate
verb
/ˈnɪk.teɪt/
Definition
To blink or wink; to close the eyelids briefly.
Examples
- As the sun shone brightly, she had to nictate to avoid irritation.
- The cat would often nictate while watching birds from the window.
- He felt the need to nictate repeatedly during the long lecture.
Meaning
The act of momentarily closing the eyelids, usually as a reflex to protect the eyes or moisten the surface.
Synonyms
- blink
- wink
- flutter
