Tremor definition
A shaking or vibrating movement, as of the earth.
noun
A state or feeling of nervousness, worry, or excitement.
The news sent tremors through the stock market.
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An involuntary trembling or quivering, as of the hands.
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A state of tremulous excitement.
In a tremor of delight.
noun
A tremulous sound; a quaver.
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A relatively minor seismic shaking or vibrating movement. Tremors often precede larger earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.
An involuntary shaking or trembling of the head or extremities that can be idiopathic or associated with any of various medical conditions, such as Parkinson's disease.
A trembling, shaking, or shivering.
noun
The definition of a tremor is a shake, tremble or shiver, or a feeling of excitement.
If a seizure causes your muscles to shake involuntarily, this is an example of a tremor.
A small earthquake is an example of a tremor.
When you are asking an important question and you are nervous so your voice shakes a little, this is an example of a tremor.
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An involuntary trembling or quivering, as of the hands.
noun
A tremulous sound; a quaver.
A tremor in her voice.
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A vibratory or quivering motion.
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A nervous thrill; trembling sensation.
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A trembling sound.
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Origin of tremor
- Middle English terror from Old French from Latin a trembling from tremere to tremble
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition