Throb
Pronunciation : Throb
Part of Speech : v.
Etymology : [OE. ; of uncertain origin; cf. Russ. trepete a trembling, and E. trepidation.]
Definition : Defn: To beat, or pulsate, with more than usual force or rapidity; to beat in consequence of agitation; to palpitate; -- said of the heart, pulse, etc. My heart Throbs to know one thing. Shak. Here may his head lie on my throbbing breast. Shak.
i. [imp. & p. p. Throbbed; p. pr. & vb. n. Throbbing.]
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Throb
Part of Speech : n.
Definition : Defn: A beat, or strong pulsation, as of the heart and arteries; a violent beating; a papitation: The IMPATIENT throbs and longings of a soul That pants and reaches after distant good. Addison.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913