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tremor definition

tremor (trem′ər; occas. trē′mər)

noun

  1. a trembling, shaking, or shivering
  2. a vibratory or quivering motion
  3. a nervous thrill; trembling sensation
  4. a trembling sound
  5. a state of tremulous excitement in a tremor of delight

Etymology: ME < OFr tremour < L tremor < tremere, to tremble

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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