HealthAugust 20, 2026

fibrillation

fib-ri-LAY-shun

Definition

A condition in which the heart muscles twitch rapidly and irregularly instead of contracting normally, preventing blood from being pumped effectively.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'fibrilla', meaning a small fiber, with the suffix '-ation' added to describe the process of twitching or trembling fibers.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe a dangerous heart rhythm issue that experts warn could be triggered by the severe psychological stress Bill Clinton has faced.

Hillary Clinton Reportedly Prepares for Bill Clinton’s Funeral Amid Mounting Health Concerns

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