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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Nictitating Membrane.
Nictitating Membrane - as a noun
A protective fold of skin in the eyes of reptiles and birds and some mammals
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Example Sentences
"The nictitating membrane is a thin, transparent membrane that covers the eye of some animals."
"Turtles have a nictitating membrane that protects their eyes underwater."
"The nictitating membrane in birds acts as an extra eyelid."
"Some reptiles have a nictitating membrane that helps moisten and clean their eyes."
"The nictitating membrane in sharks provides an extra layer of protection for their eyes during hunting."
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- nictitant
- nictitate
- nictitated
- nictitates
- nictitating
- Nictitating Membrane
- nictitation
- nictitations
- nid
- nidal
- nidamenta