digitalism

American

[dij-i-tl-iz-uhm] / ˈdɪdʒ ɪ tlˌɪz əm /

noun

Pathology.

the abnormal condition resulting from an overconsumption of digitalis.

digitalism British

/ ˈdɪdʒɪtəˌlɪzəm /

noun

a serious condition resulting from digitalis poisoning, characterized by nausea, vomiting, and a disturbance in heart rhythm or rate

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Etymology

Origin of digitalism

digital(is) + -ism

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