Tetanic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /təˈtæn.ɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Tetanic is an adjective meaning Of or relating to tetanus.
Meaning
Of or relating to tetanus.
More Meanings
- Causing tetanus.
- Of or relating to tetany.
- Causing tetany.
- Any substance that causes tetanic spasms.
Example Sentences
Nux vomica, strychnine, and brucine are tetanics.
“The convulsions were of a peculiar violence, Dr. Wilkins. I am sorry you were not here in time to witness them. They were quite—tetanic in character.”
This condition of muscle, this fusion of a number of simple spasms into an apparently smooth, continuous effort, is known as tetanus, or tetanic contraction.
Word Forms
- tetanics
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tetanus, toxoid, tetanal, tetanigenous, tensive, tonic.
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