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flehmen response

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A behavior in which an animal curls back its upper lip exposing its front teeth, inhales with the nostrils usually closed, and then often holds this position for several seconds.

Equivalents

Portuguêsreflexo de flehmen

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Fleig Fleischer Fleischer's syndrome fleischerite Fleischhacker fleischig

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