| the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart | the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart |
| (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) | (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) |
| edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.) | edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.) |
| the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health | the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health |