Pre-ejection
adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 Alternative form of preejection. alt-of, alternative
"Wall motions are lower during ejection than during pre-ejection and isovolumic relaxation periods suggesting that a lot of energy is used when mitral and aortic valves are closed."
- 1 Alternative form of preejection. alt-of, alternative, not-comparable
"Gingerly pulling the pre-ejection lever and tossing precious maps, kneepads, and finally his helmet—which could get snagged and tear one's head off—he pulled the ejection-seat face curtain safely into place and banged a fist down on the eject button."
Example
More examples"Gingerly pulling the pre-ejection lever and tossing precious maps, kneepads, and finally his helmet—which could get snagged and tear one's head off—he pulled the ejection-seat face curtain safely into place and banged a fist down on the eject button."
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