Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pulse
noun
/pʌls/
Definition
A pulse is a rhythmic beating or vibration, typically referring to the throbbing of arteries caused by the beating of the heart.
Examples
- The doctor took my pulse to check my heart rate.
- She could feel the pulse of the music as she danced.
- The pulse of the city comes alive at night.
Meaning
In a broader context, pulse can refer to any rhythmic or periodic fluctuation in various systems, such as sound waves or electrical signals.
Synonyms
- beat
- throb
- rhythm
