n 1  :  a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood at an adequate rate or in adequate volume - compare ANGINA PECTORIS CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE CORONARY FAILURE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION   2  :  cessation of heartbeat  :  DEATH .
 
 
 
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