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throb

10 points English 5 letters Uncommon Commonness #43,112 Valid in: US and UK dictionaries

Definitions

verb

expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically

noun

an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart)

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Pronunciation

/θɹˈɑːb/ · 1 syllable · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)

Word forms

plural throbspast tense throbbedpresent participle throbbing

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

Synonyms

an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart)

expand and contract rhythmically

tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

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