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reflex action vs stretch reflex

stretch reflex vs reflex action

reflex action and stretch reflex both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reflex action Yes No No No
stretch reflex Yes No No No
As nouns, stretch reflex is a hyponym of reflex action; that is, stretch reflex is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than reflex action:
  • reflex action: 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 action (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
Difference between reflex action and stretch reflex

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