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type A


type A

adj

Definition of TYPE A

: relating to, characteristic of, having, or being a personality that is marked by impatience, aggressiveness, and competitiveness and that is held to be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease <type A behavior>

First Known Use of TYPE A

1970

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