Part of a heartbeat (7 letters) — Crossword Helper

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The Clue

Part of a heartbeat (7 letter answer)

The Answer

SYSTOLE

Tags

action contraction ectasi heart heartbeat normal opposite part phase rhythmical systole

Notes

The answer SYSTOLE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1200 puzzles.

Related Clues

Heart contraction
Heartbeat action
Opposite of ectasis
Phase of a heartbeat
Normal rhythmical contraction of the heart

Definition

SYSTOLE as a noun:

1. the contraction of the chambers of the heart (especially the ventricles) to drive blood into the aorta and pulmonary artery