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heart rate

[ hahrt reyt ]

noun

  1. the number of heartbeats per minute.


heart rate

  1. The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually expressed as beats per minute.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of heart rate1

First recorded in 1870–75

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Example Sentences

“Sometimes elevating the heart rate will cause additional pounding in your head,” says Crandall.

It tracks light, noise, and temperature in the nursery, as well as baby's heart rate and sleep position.

One time I got back from a trip to New York and my heart rate was consistently in the 80s, about 20 higher than earlier.

Instead of seeing just your step count or your heart rate, you see everything.

You can also see things like heart rate, weight, and body fat.

As has already been said, the heart rate is just about doubled in vigorous exercise.

Its immediate effects include dilated pupils and elevated blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature.

Some can cause their heart rate to increase to five times its resting rate.

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