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infradian

Syllabification: (in·fra·di·an)
Pronunciation: /inˈfrādēən/

Definition of infradian

adjective

Physiology
  • (of a rhythm or cycle) having a period of recurrence longer than a day; occurring less than once a day. Compare with ultradian.

Origin:

mid 20th century: from infra- 'below' (i.e., expressing a lower frequency), on the pattern of circadian

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Definition of infradian in the British & World English dictionary