corodiastole

/kɒroɪdiˈæstoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term referring to the period of time during which the heart is not contracting.

“The doctor explained the concept of corodiastole and its relation to the patient’s heart rate.”

Synonyms

  • diastole
  • relaxation phase

Antonyms

  • contraction phase
  • systole