pulse

/pˈʌls/

/ˈpəɫs/

[noun] [verb]

Pulse

[NOUN]

the edible seeds of some plants such as peas, lentils, etc.

the rhythmic beating of the blood vessels created when the heart pumps, especially felt on the wrist or at the sides of the neck

synonyms : beat

heartbeat

pulsation

What is "pulse"?

Pulse refers to the rhythmic expansion and contraction of arteries caused by the heartbeat. It is commonly measured at pulse points, such as the wrist or neck, and reflects the rate and strength of the heartbeat. The pulse provides valuable information about the cardiovascular system's function, including heart rate, rhythm, and overall circulation. It serves as a vital indicator of health and is used to assess physical fitness, monitor vital signs, and detect irregularities or abnormalities in the cardiovascular system.

the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health

synonyms : heart rate

pulse rate

the rhythmic or metrical regularity and sense of timing that is created by a repeating pattern of beats

(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients)

synonyms : impulse

pulsation

pulsing

to pulse

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses

synonyms : pulsate

expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically

synonyms : pulsate

throb

drive by or as if by pulsation

Examples

1. A successful investor has his finger on the pulse of international business.

2. The doctor checked the patient's pulse by feeling their wrist.

3. This new young actor is setting women’s pulses racing in movie theaters everywhere.

4. She felt the pulse in his wrist to check his heart rate.

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