English · Body & Health
throb
/θrɒb/
[/θrɒb/]
beat or hurt with a strong rhythm
Intermediateverb
Definition
To beat or hurt with a strong, steady rhythm, like a heart or a painful wound. It can also be a noun for this beating.
Example
My head began to throb after the loud concert.
My head began to throb after the loud concert.
Etymology
From Middle English 'throbben', of imitative origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for the heartbeat and for steady, pulsing pain.