Semi-useless WOTD: horripilation

11/30/2008 found through Dictionary.com

horripilation: the act or process of the hair bristling on the skin, as from cold or fear; goose flesh.

Gary shivered in anticipation of his favorite meal; the mere sound of milk trickling over cornflakes was enough to cause him horripilation and send his salivary glands into overdrive.

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