Pacemaker Definition & Meaning

pacemaker
noun
  1. a leading instance in its field; "the new policy will be a pacesetter in community relations"
  2. a specialized bit of heart tissue that controls the heartbeat
  3. an implanted electronic device that takes over the function of the natural cardiac pacemaker
  4. a horse used to set the pace in racing

"Pacemaker" in song lyrics

See how pacemaker is used in real songs:

  • "I run tings, like a pacemaker"
    Mood Ruff — The Knack
  • "what is a pacemaker"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what effect a pacemaker"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with pacemaker

Usage tips for "pacemaker"

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