piloerection

Meanings

Plural: piloerections

Noun

The erection of hairs or papillae.
The manifestation of goose bumps.

Origin / Etymology

From pilo- + erection.

Synonyms

horripilation, pilomotor reflex

Scrabble Score: 16

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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