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Meaning of the word pulse in English

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pulse

US /pʌls/
UK /pʌls/
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Noun

1.

a throbbing of the arteries as blood is propelled through them by the action of the heart, typically felt in the wrist or neck.

Example:
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The doctor checked her pulse.
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His pulse was weak and irregular.
Synonym:
heartbeat throb beat
2.

a single vibration or short burst of sound, light, or electricity.

Example:
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The radar emitted a series of short pulses.
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A light pulse was sent through the fiber optic cable.
Synonym:
oscillation vibration beat surge
3.

the rhythmic recurrence of strokes, vibrations, or undulations.

Example:
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The city's vibrant pulse never sleeps.
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She felt the pulse of the crowd.
Synonym:
rhythm beat throb vibration
4.

the edible seeds of various leguminous crops (such as peas, beans, or lentils).

Example:
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Lentils are a type of pulse.
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Many vegetarian dishes use various pulses as a protein source.
Synonym:
legumes beans peas lentils

Verb

to beat or throb with a strong, regular rhythm.

Example:
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Her heart began to pulse rapidly.
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The music made the speakers pulse with bass.
Synonym:
throb beat vibrate oscillate
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pulsing pulse oximeter