pulse

Definition

• n. the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart
• n. the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health
• n. edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.)
• v. produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses

Word forms

Past tense

pulsed

Present participle

pulsing

Past participle

pulsed

Third person singular

pulses

Example sentences

1. n.

   The doctor checked his pulse to see if he was still alive.

2. vi.

   You could feel the excitement pulse through the crowd.

3. vt.

   The music pulsed through the speakers, energizing everyone at the party.

4. n.

   The scientist measured the pulse of the laser to ensure its accuracy.