definition of
[palpitate]

[1] #1 palpitate v. cause to throb or beat rapidly; "Her violent feelings palpitated the young woman's heart". wn

[2] #2 palpitate v. [quiver, quake] shake with fast, tremulous movements; "His nostrils palpitated". wn

[3] #3 palpitate v. [flutter] beat rapidly; "His heart palpitated". wn