noun

vitals

VEYE-tuhlz

Vitals (noun) means the organs of the body essential for staying alive, such as the heart and lungs. Example: “The bodyguard shielded the president's vitals from the blast.”

noun

The organs of the body essential for staying alive, such as the heart and lungs.

"The bodyguard shielded the president's vitals from the blast."

Basic measurements of a patient's health, such as pulse, blood pressure, and temperature.

"The nurse checked his vitals every hour."

How to use vitals

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither your essential internal organs, or a patient's key health readings.

Common pairings

check the vitals vitals are stable

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Rhymes for vitals

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Frequently asked questions

What does “vitals” mean?

The word “vitals” means the organs of the body essential for staying alive, such as the heart and lungs. In plain terms, either your essential internal organs, or a patient's key health readings.

How do you pronounce “vitals”?

“Vitals” is pronounced VEYE-tuhlz (/ˈvaɪtəlz/ in IPA).

How do you use “vitals” in a sentence?

Here is “vitals” used in a sentence: “The bodyguard shielded the president's vitals from the blast.”

What part of speech is “vitals”?

“Vitals” is a noun.

How many meanings does “vitals” have?

“Vitals” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the organs of the body essential for staying alive, such as the heart and lungs.