HealthAugust 17, 2026
defibrillator
dee-FIB-ruh-lay-tur
Definition
A medical device that delivers an electric shock to the heart to restore a normal heartbeat during cardiac emergencies.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'de-' (meaning 'away' or 'off') and 'fibra' (meaning 'fiber'), combined with the suffix '-ate' and '-or' to describe a device that removes or stops fibrillation, the rapid and irregular contraction of heart muscle fibers.
In the news
The article mentions that Turkey has issued new regulations mandating the installation of locally produced defibrillators in public spaces like shopping malls and sports fields to improve emergency response.
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