clonic

American  

[klon-ik, kloh-nik] / ˈklɒn ɪk, ˈkloʊ nɪk /

adjective

Pathology.

1. of or relating to clonus.

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Other Word Forms

• clonicity noun
• clonism noun

Etymology

Origin of clonic

First recorded in 1840–50; clon(us) + -ic

Example Sentences

Finally, on the application of a very strong current, the typical fit was produced with clonic spasms in all the body, unconsciousness, nystagmus, and rigidity of the pupils.

From Criminal Man According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso by Lombroso, Gina

Kauffmann expresses the opinion that the noises were due to clonic spasm of the tensor velum palati, and states that under appropriate treatment the tinnitus gradually subsided.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)

As the toxin spreads it causes both motor hyper-tonus and hyper-excitability, which accounts for the tonic contraction and the clonic spasms characteristic of tetanus.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

There are, besides, during a paroxysm, general muscular trembling and clonic spasms of the muscles of the trunk and extremities.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

The calf, hip, knee, and back-muscles are affected by clonic spasm, causing springing or jumping movements when the patient attempts to stand.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)