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palpitation

Pronunciation: /palpɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of palpitation

noun

(usually palpitations)
  • a noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat due to agitation, exertion, or illness: the stimulants gave me palpitations

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin palpitatio(n-), from the verb palpitare (see palpitate)

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