heartbeat

[hahrt-beet]

noun

Physiology.

1. a pulsation of the heart, including one complete systole and diastole.

heartbeat

/ ˈhɑːtˌbiːt /

noun

1. one complete pulsation of the heart See diastole systole

Word History and Origins

Origin of heartbeat¹

First recorded in 1840–50; heart + beat

Example Sentences

He appreciated Hernández’s heartbeat, and how he delivered one of the season’s biggest swings in the fifth inning of Game 5 of the World Series.

From Los Angeles Times

Radio 4 controller Mohit Bakaya said Lord Bragg had "been part of the heartbeat of Radio 4 for over three decades".

From BBC

Abnormal heartbeat patterns, which have no symptoms but can increase stroke risk, were 3.5 times more detectable with the AI stethoscopes, while heart valve disease was 1.9 times more detectable.

From BBC

“If you or someone around you experiences symptoms of heat stroke or heat exhaustion, such as dizziness, nausea, rapid heartbeat, confusion, or passing out, seek medical help immediately.”

From Los Angeles Times

His, which had been renewed over 11 years, focused on training digital health researchers, such as those who develop apps and wearables to flag irregular heartbeat, steer daily diabetes control and deliver medical care remotely.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• pulse