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fainting

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb faint has 1 sense
  1. faint, conk, swoon, pass out - pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain
    --1 is one way to zonk out, pass out, black out
    Derived form: noun faint1
    Sample sentence:
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Definitions from the Web

Fainting

Description:

Fainting, also known as syncope, is a temporary loss of consciousness caused by a sudden decrease in blood flow to the brain. It is typically characterized by a short duration and spontaneous recovery.

Senses:

Sense 1: Noun

- The act or instance of losing consciousness and collapsing temporarily.

Example:

- She experienced a sudden fainting spell during the presentation.

Sense 2: Adjective

- Weak or lacking strength; unable to continue normally.

Example:

- His fainting voice indicated his exhaustion after a long day of work.

Usages:

Usage 1: Medical

- Fainting can be caused by various health conditions and typically requires medical attention to determine the underlying cause and prevent further episodes.

Example:

- The doctor advised her to undergo tests to investigate the cause of her recurrent fainting.

Usage 2: Anxiety

- Fainting can also occur as a response to extreme stress or anxiety, triggering a vasovagal response.

Example:

- The overwhelming anxiety caused her to experience a sudden fainting episode.

Usage 3: Physical exhaustion

- Intense physical exertion or prolonged standing can lead to fainting due to fatigue and low blood pressure.

Example:

- After running a marathon, the athlete collapsed due to extreme fainting.

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