Pulse Definition
pulse
noun
- (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients); "the pulsations seemed to be coming from a star"
- the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart; "he could feel the beat of her heart"
- the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health
- edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.)
verb
- expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically; "The baby's heart was pulsating again after the surgeon massaged it"
- produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses; "pulse waves"; "a transmitter pulsed by an electronic tube"
- drive by or as if by pulsation; "A soft breeze pulsed the air"
"Pulse" in song lyrics
See how pulse is used in real songs:
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"The circuitry's working, electronic pulse"
Aceyalone — Future Rockers -
"Then all of a sudden the music changed, and everyone just held their pulse"
Aceyalone & RJD2 — Solomon Jones -
"Pardon, cadaver had a legitimate pulse"
Aesop Rock — Babies with Guns
Words that rhyme with pulse
Usage tips for "pulse"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pulse" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pulse to find words that pair well.