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reflex vs stretch reflex

stretch reflex vs reflex

reflex and stretch reflex both are nouns.

reflex is an adjective but stretch reflex is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reflex Yes Yes No No
stretch reflex Yes No No No
As nouns, stretch reflex is a hyponym of reflex; that is, stretch reflex is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than reflex:
  • reflex: an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
  • stretch reflex: reflex contraction of a muscle when an attached tendon is pulled; important in maintaining erect posture
reflex (noun) stretch reflex (noun)
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus reflex contraction of a muscle when an attached tendon is pulled; important in maintaining erect posture
reflex (adjective) stretch reflex (adjective)
without volition or conscious control
Difference between reflex and stretch reflex

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