horripilation

noun /hɔ,rɪpə'leɪʃən/

Definition
reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation
Example
The word 'horripilation' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
No etymology available.

Quick Facts

Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
6
Consonants
7
Length
13

Word Statistics

Length
13
Syllables
5
Scrabble Score
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