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The definition of pulse

7 Definitions of: pulse

1. noun, physiol a) the rhythmic contraction and expansion of an artery at each beat of the heart, often discernible to the touch at points such as the wrists b) a single pulsation of the heart or arteries
2. noun, physics electronics a) a transient sharp change in voltage, current, or some other quantity normally constant in a system b) one of a series of such transient disturbances, usually recurring at regular intervals and having a characteristic geometric shape c) (as modifier). Less common name: impulse
3. noun, a) a recurrent rhythmic series of beats, waves, vibrations, etc b) any single beat, wave, etc, in such a series
4. noun, bustle, vitality, or excitement
5. noun, the feelings or thoughts of a group or society as they can be measured
6. noun, keep one's finger on the pulse to be well-informed about current events
7. verb, to beat, throb, or vibrate
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1. noun, the edible seeds of any of several leguminous plants, such as peas, beans, and lentils
2. noun, the plant producing any of these seeds
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Synonyms:	beat, rhythm, vibration, beating, stroke, throb, oscillation, pulsation, tick, vibrate	And more...

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