heart attack
noun
UK/ˈhɑːt əˌtæk/
US/ˈhɑːrt əˌtæk/
Definitions of heart attack noun
- B1Countable(可數名詞)
A critical medical event where the heart's blood supply is severely reduced or blocked, often resulting in intense pain and potential fatality.
心臟病發作；心肌梗塞
He was rushed to the hospital after suffering a heart attack.
他在心臟病發作後被緊急送往醫院。
Recent studies show that lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of a heart attack.
最近的研究表明，改變生活方式可以降低心臟病發作的風險。
She has a family history of heart attacks.
她有家族心臟病發作的病史。
Idioms
- nearly/almost have a heart attack
To experience a sudden and extreme feeling of shock or surprise.
驚訝萬分
• I nearly had a heart attack when I saw the bill.
我看到帳單時，差點心臟病發作。