pulse
pulse Lexical Profile
pulse Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The rhythmic throbbing of the arteries as blood is propelled through them, typically felt in the wrists or neck.
"The nurse gently placed two fingers on the patient's wrist to check his pulse."
A single vibration or short burst of sound, electric current, light, or other wave phenomenon.
"The radar system emits a high-frequency electromagnetic pulse to detect nearby aircraft."
The central point of energy, vitality, or underlying mood and activity within a place, group, or organization.
"Walking through the bustling night market lets you feel the true pulse of the city."
The edible dried seed of various leguminous plants in the family Fabaceae, such as chickpeas, lentils, peas, and beans, widely used as a staple protein source.
"A diet rich in whole grains and pulses provides essential dietary fiber and plant-based protein."
• verb
To throb, beat, or expand and contract rhythmically.
"A small vein in his temple began to pulse as he concentrated on the chess match."
To be filled with a strong, vibrant energy, emotion, or rhythmic activity.
"The concert hall pulsed with excitement as the orchestra took the stage."
To modulate or process something in short, intermittent bursts (such as an electronic signal or food in a blender).
"Pulse the tomatoes and herbs in a food processor until they are coarsely chopped."
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Word Origin & Etymology
The physiological and rhythmic senses derive from Old French 'pous' and Latin 'pulsus' ('a beating or striking'), from the verb 'pellere' ('to drive or push'). The culinary sense referring to edible legume seeds is an unrelated homonym from Old French 'pols' and Latin 'puls' ('thick porridge of meal or beans').