Meaning Of The Word Systole

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systole in American English
the usual rhythmic contraction of the heart, esp. of the ventricles, following each dilatation (diastole), during which the blood is driven onward from the chambers
noun: the normal rhythmical contraction of the heart, during which the blood in the chambers is forced onward

systole in British English
noun: contraction of the heart, during which blood is pumped into the aorta and the arteries that lead to the lungs

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