pacemaker
Meaning
- A set of nerves which stimulate the heart to beat.
- (broadly) A medical implement that is used to stimulate a heart to beat by simulating the action of the natural pacemaker.
- (uncommon) One who sets the pace in a race, to guide the others.
Synonyms
SA node
sinoatrial node
cardiac pacemaker
artificial pacemaker
atrioventricular node
Translations
marcapasos
pacemaker
stimulateur cardiaque
marca-passo
βηματοδότης
Schrittmacher
pacemaker meneur de train PacemakerFrequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈpeɪsˌmeɪkəɹ/
Etymology
From pace + maker.
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