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nystagmus

Syllabification: (nys·tag·mus)
Pronunciation: /nəˈstagməs/
Definition of nystagmus

noun

  • rapid involuntary movements of the eyes.

Derivatives

nystagmic

Pronunciation: /-mik/
adjective

Origin:

early 19th century: from Greek nustagmos 'nodding, drowsiness', from nustazein 'nod, be sleepy'

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