The heartbeat
Example: Heartbeat measures rhythm of heart pumping blood through body
Definition
"The heartbeat" refers to the rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the heart muscles that pump blood throughout the body, ensuring the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to organs and tissues. It is a vital sign indicating cardiovascular health and function.
Etymology
The term "the heartbeat" combines "heart," from Old English 'heorte,' meaning the organ that pumps blood, and "beat," from Old English 'beatan,' meaning to strike or hit. Together, they describe the striking or pulsing action of the heart, a concept known since ancient times.
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"The heartbeat" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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