How Do You Spell NICTITANT?

Pronunciation: [nˈɪktɪtənt] (IPA)

Correct spelling for the English word "nictitant" is [nˈɪktɪtənt], [nˈɪktɪtənt], [n_ˈɪ_k_t_ɪ_t_ə_n_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).

Common Misspellings for NICTITANT

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Etymology of NICTITANT

The word "nictitant" is derived from the Latin verb "nictitare", which means "to wink" or "to blink". It is formed from the noun "nictare", meaning "to shine", combined with the frequentative suffix "-tare", indicating a repeated or ongoing action. "Nictitant" is an adjective derived from this Latin root, used to describe something that winks or blinks.