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systolic

adjective

Simple meaning

The highest pressure within the bloodstream, occurring during each heart beat, because of the systole.

Pronunciation

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sistahlik

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ˈsɪsˈtɑlɪk

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Definition

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adjective

  1. computing

    Relating to a systolic array

  2. mathematics

    Of or relating to a systole or happening during a systole

  3. mathematics

    Relating to the mathematical concept of a systole

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C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon

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systolic pressuresystolic arraysystolic murmurssystolic bloodsystolic functionsystolic hypertensionsystolic dysfunctionsystolic volume

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  • systolic murmurnounCompound term

    A murmur heard during systole.

  • systolic pressurenounCompound term

    The blood pressure (as measured by a sphygmomanometer) during the contraction of the left ventricle of the heart.

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