tachy
What is another word for tachy? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Informal short form of tachycardia, an abnormally fast heart rate.
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How to use tachy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
go tachy
in tachy
a tachy patient
Etymology
A clipped, informal version of medical terms built on the Greek prefix "tachy-", meaning "swift" or "fast" — the same root found in "tachycardia" and "tachometer."
Full origin of tachy →Frequently asked questions
What does “tachy” mean?
The word “tachy” means informal short form of tachycardia, an abnormally fast heart rate. In plain terms, medical shorthand for a racing heart rate, or for being in that state.
How do you use “tachy” in a sentence?
Here is “tachy” used in a sentence: “The paramedic noted the patient was in tachy on the monitor.”
What part of speech is “tachy”?
Depending on how it is used, “tachy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “tachy” come from?
The word “tachy” comes from Greek. A clipped, informal version of medical terms built on the Greek prefix "tachy-", meaning "swift" or "fast" — the same root found in "tachycardia" and "tachometer.".
How many meanings does “tachy” have?
“Tachy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal short form of tachycardia, an abnormally fast heart rate.
