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pulse

/pʌls/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does pulse mean?

noun, verb

A rhythmic beating or throbbing, typically of the heart. To feel or detect a rhythmic beating or throbbing, especially of the heart.

Example

"The doctor took my pulse to check my heart rate."

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