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pulsation

noun pul·sa·tion \ˌpəl-ˈsā-shən\

Definition of PULSATION

1
:  rhythmical throbbing or vibrating (as of an artery); also :  a single beat or throb
2
:  a periodically recurring alternate increase and decrease of a quantity (as pressure, volume, or voltage)
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First Known Use of PULSATION

15th century
Medical Dictionary

pulsation

noun pul·sa·tion \ˌpəl-ˈsā-shən\

Medical Definition of PULSATION

1
:  rhythmic throbbing or vibrating (as of an artery); also :  a single beat or throb
2
:  a periodically recurring alternate increase and decrease of a quantity (as pressure, volume, or voltage)

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