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Meaning of LIGHT REFLEX
 
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Definition:
[n] reflex contraction of the sphincter muscle of the iris in response to a bright light (or certain drugs) causing the pupil to become smaller
 
Synonyms:
miosis
,
myosis
,
pupillary reflex
 
See Also:
inborn reflex
,
innate reflex
,
instinctive reflex
,
physiological reaction
,
reflex
,
unconditioned reflex
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