Pronunciation of 'Defibrillator'
The word 'Defibrillator' is a medical device used to restore a normal heartbeat by sending an electric pulse or shock to the heart. It is pronounced as 'dɪˈfɪb.rɪ.leɪ.tɚ' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'Defibrillator' originates from the combination of the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' and 'fibrillation,' which refers to rapid, irregular contractions of the heart muscles.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A medical device used to restore a normal heartbeat by sending an electric pulse or shock to the heart.
Pronounced as 'di-FIB-ri-lay-ter', with stress on the second syllable. 'Di' as in 'did', 'fib' as in 'fib', 'ri' as in 'rib', 'lay' as in 'lay', and 'ter' as in 'ter'.