tetanoid

/ˌtɛtəˈnoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

Relating to or resembling tetanus, especially in producing spasms.

“The tetanoid toxin caused severe muscle contractions in the patient.”

2. adjective

Causing or characterized by spasms, especially those resembling tetanus.

“The tetanoid symptoms of the disease are quite similar to those caused by a tetanus infection.”

Synonyms

  • spasmodic
  • tetanic

Antonyms

  • muscle-relaxed
  • relaxed