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concussion

Pronunciation: /kənˈkʌʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of concussion

noun

1 [mass noun] temporary unconsciousness or confusion and other symptoms caused by a blow on the head: he was carried off the pitch with concussion [count noun]:nothing more serious than a mild concussion