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rale


rale

noun \ˈral, ˈräl\

Definition of RALE

: an abnormal sound heard accompanying the normal respiratory sounds on auscultation of the chest

Origin of RALE

French râle, from râler to make a rattling sound in the throat
First Known Use: 1828

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