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bigeminy definition

bi·gemi·ny (bī jem′ə nē)

noun

the state of occurring in pairs, as a rhythm of the heartbeat consisting of pairs of beats

Etymology: < bigemin(ate), in two pairs (< bi- + geminate) + -y

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