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

Too much salt of any kind raises the risk of heart disease, heart attack, stroke, as well as other serious health concerns, and excess salt can lead to symptoms like bloating and swollen hands, feet, or ankles. —Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 19 Aug. 2025

Since many women in menopause are over 50 and have increased risk factors for blood clots, heart disease or stroke, incorrectly using contraceptives can exacerbate these risks. —Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 19 Aug. 2025

Black Americans have lower life spans, more susceptibility to chronic illnesses, and higher rates of hypertension, heart disease, and other health problems than other groups. —Adia Harvey Wingfield, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025

Exposure to air pollution from burning fossil fuels is associated with a slew of health issues including heart disease, cancer and respiratory illnesses. —Sarah Henry, The Courier-Journal, 18 Aug. 2025

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)