Words Like SYSTOLE
We have put together a list of words that are similar to SYSTOLE.
2 Alternative Words Similar to systole
8 definitions of systole
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The rhythmic contraction of the heart, by which blood is driven through the arteries.
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A shortening of a naturally long vowel.
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In anc. orthoëpy and prosody: Pronunciation of a vowel as short.
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The shortening of a vowel or syllable, especially of one usually treated as a long; correption: opposed to diastole or ectasis.
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In physiology, the contraction of the heart and arteries for propelling the blood and thus carrying on the circulation.
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The contraction of the pulsatile vesicles of infusorians and other protozoans.
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[capitalized] In entomology, a genus of hymenopterous insects.
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the contraction of the chambers of the heart (especially the ventricles) to drive blood into the aorta and pulmonary artery