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pulsate

verb pul·sate \ˈpəl-ˌsāt also ˌpəl-ˈ\

: to make strong and regular beats, sounds, flashes, etc.

: to be filled with activity or a feeling

pul·sat·edpul·sat·ing

Full Definition of PULSATE

intransitive verb
1
:  to throb or move rhythmically :  vibrate
2
:  to exhibit a pulse or pulsation :  beat
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Origin of PULSATE

Latin pulsatus, past participle of pulsare, frequentative of pellere
First Known Use: 1744

Other Anatomy Terms

bilateral symmetry, carotid, cartilage, dorsal, entrails, prehensile, renal, solar plexus, supine, thoracic, ventral

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PULSATING Defined for Kids

pulsate

verb pul·sate \ˈpəl-ˌsāt\
pul·sat·edpul·sat·ing

Definition of PULSATE for Kids

:  to have or show strong regular beats
Medical Dictionary

pulsate

intransitive verb pul·sate \ˈpəl-ˌsāt also ˌpəl-ˈ\
pul·sat·edpul·sat·ing

Medical Definition of PULSATE

:  to exhibit a pulse or pulsation <a pulsating artery>

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