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lengthening reaction


length·en·ing reaction

noun \ˈleŋ(k)th-(ə-)niŋ-, ˈlen(t)th-\

Definition of LENGTHENING REACTION

: reflex relaxation of a muscle when it is subjected to excessive and vigorous stretching