tremor
tremor definition
tremor (trem′ər; occas. trē′mər)
noun
- a trembling, shaking, or shivering
- a vibratory or quivering motion
- a nervous thrill; trembling sensation
- a trembling sound
- a state of tremulous excitement in a tremor of delight
Etymology: ME < OFr tremour < L tremor < tremere, to tremble
Related Forms:
- tremorous trem′·or·ous adjective
Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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