What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nictating
Example
The bird's nictitating membrane closed over its eye to protect it from the dust. [nictitating: verb]
Example
Some reptiles have a nictitating membrane that protects their eyes underwater. [nictitating: noun]
wink
Example
She gave him a wink to let him know she was joking. [wink: noun]
Example
He winked at her as he walked by, and she blushed. [winked: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wink is more commonly used than nictating in everyday language. Wink is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while nictating is a technical term used primarily in biology and science.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nictating and wink?
Nictating is a technical term used in formal contexts, while wink is more casual and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
