Tach
noun
A rapid heartbeat, specifically one that exceeds the normal resting rate.
After jogging, my physician noted I was experiencing tach.
Usage tips
Neutral
tachycardia symptoms,resting tachycardia,exercise-induced tachycardia
noun
An instrument for measuring the speed of rotation.
We used a tach to determine the engine's RPM.
Usage tips
Formal
digital tach,manual tach,rpm tach
noun
A rapid heartbeat, specifically one that exceeds the normal resting rate.
After jogging, my physician noted I was experiencing tach.
Usage tips
Neutral
tachycardia symptoms,resting tachycardia,exercise-induced tachycardia
noun
An instrument for measuring the speed of rotation.
We used a tach to determine the engine's RPM.
Usage tips
Formal
digital tach,manual tach,rpm tach
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
When discussing health, 'tach' typically implies a concern for one's wellbeing.
"My doctor said I should monitor my tach."
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
Experiencing a tach can create anxiety during physical exertion.
"I felt a surge when my tach increased."
Pro Tip 3/3Technical
In engineering, tach relates to speed measurements and can refer to tools designed to gauge that speed.
"The tach showed an increase in the engine speed."
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