cardiac arrest

noun

: temporary or permanent cessation of the heartbeat

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The most common cause of cardiac arrest is respiratory arrest, according to the American Heart Association. Tracy Wright , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2025 Treasure's cause of death was determined to be cardiac arrest caused by long term malnutrition, Dr. Keely Iannelli testified, per Fox 5. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 19 June 2025 While an official cause of death was still pending Wednesday from the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, fire department officials said the 55-year-old appeared to have suffered cardiac arrest. Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025 Teen goes into cardiac arrest at cheer competition and her mom saves her life Pihlblad said the incident highlights the crucial role of having AEDs readily available at sporting venues. Doc Louallen, ABC News, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for cardiac arrest

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cardiac arrest was in 1873

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“Cardiac arrest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cardiac%20arrest. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

cardiac arrest

noun
: abrupt temporary or permanent cessation of the heartbeat (as from ventricular fibrillation or asystole)

called also sudden cardiac arrest

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