Pronunciation of 'Defibrillator'
The word 'defibrillator' refers to a medical device used to restore a normal heartbeat by sending an electric pulse or shock to the heart. Below are its pronunciations and meanings.
The term 'defibrillator' originates from the Latin prefix 'de-' meaning 'away from' and 'fibrilla,' which refers to small fibers, combined with the suffix '-ator' indicating an agent or device. It was coined in the 20th century in the context of medical technology.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A medical device used to deliver an electric shock to the heart to restore its normal rhythm.
Pronounced as 'di-FIB-ruh-lay-ter,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Di' as in 'did,' 'fib' as in 'fib,' 'ruh' as in 'ruh,' 'lay' as in 'lay,' and 'ter' as in 'ter.'
Alternative pronunciation emphasizing the prefix 'de-' as 'dee,' used in some English dialects.
Pronounced as 'dee-FIB-ruh-lay-ter,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Dee' as in 'deep,' 'fib' as in 'fib,' 'ruh' as in 'ruh,' 'lay' as in 'lay,' and 'ter' as in 'ter.'