heart disease

noun

: an abnormal condition of the heart or of the heart and circulation (such as coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, or heart-valve defect)

Examples of heart disease in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Lucia was referring to a low-cost clinic where people lined up for treatment for everything from cuts and broken bones to heart disease. —Ann Larson, Time, 11 June 2026

Conditions that may qualify include certain cancers, severe heart disease, debilitating neurological disorders, advanced autoimmune diseases and significant mental or other health conditions that substantially limit a person's ability to work. —Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 10 June 2026

This can increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, dementia and other chronic illnesses. —Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026

Strive for 1,500 to 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, as too much can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease. —Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 10 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for heart disease

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Kids Definition

heart disease

noun

: an abnormal condition of the heart or of the heart and blood circulation

Medical Definition

heart disease

noun

: an abnormal condition of the heart or of the heart and circulation (as coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, or heart-valve defect)