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heart rate

American

[hahrt reyt] / ˈhɑrt ˌreɪt /

noun

the number of heartbeats per minute.

heart rate Scientific

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually expressed as beats per minute.

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

heart rates

plural

Etymology

Origin of heart rate

First recorded in 1870–75

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heart rate

Saleh’s blood pressure was high, however, and the baby’s heart rate kept dropping.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026

This can lead to increased heart rate, shortness of breath, dehydration, and quicker and more intense fatigue.

From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026

“What I think I love the most about it is I just get out there and my heart rate drops about 25%,” he said.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026

Wall-mounted sensors will track visitors' movements, and guests will wear a medical-grade, watch-like device to monitor their emotions and heart rate for interacting with the model.

From Barron's ● Jun. 19, 2026

Magdalys asked, her heart rate kicking up again.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older

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