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Meaning of the word throb in English

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throb

US /θrɑːb/
UK /θrɑːb/
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Verb

1.

to beat or pulsate with a strong, regular rhythm

Example:
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His head began to throb with pain.
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The engine continued to throb steadily.
Synonym:
pulsatebeatpoundvibratequiver

Noun

1.

a strong, regular beat or pulsation

Example:
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He felt a dull throb in his injured leg.
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The constant throb of the machinery was deafening.
Synonym:
pulsationbeatpoundvibrationquiver
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