palpitant Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite having a slight and rapid trembling motion
    palpitating.
    • palpitant movements rather than violent eruptions
    • my palpitating heart

WordNet

Pal"pi*tant adjective
Etymology
L. palpitans, p. pr.
Definitions
  1. Palpitating; throbbing; trembling. Carlyle.

Webster 1913