heart rate

noun

: the rate at which the heart beats
Aerobic exercise increases your heart rate.

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The initial effects of the drug include deep sedation or decreased consciousness, bradycardia (slow heart rate), hypotension (low blood pressure) and respiratory depression, especially when combined with fentanyl and other opioids. Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026 Features like heart rate sensing and hearing assistance add a layer of everyday usefulness, and the seamless Bluetooth pairing keeps things simple across devices. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026 Although medical staff attempted to reestablish a steady heart rate, Selena showed no sign of neurological function due to massive internal bleeding, according to the Associated Press. Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026 According to neuroscientists, this type of sound can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting slower heart rate, lower stress hormone levels and deeper relaxation. Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for heart rate

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“Heart rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heart%20rate. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

Medical Definition

heart rate

noun
: a measure of cardiac activity usually expressed as number of beats per minute see maximum heart rate
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