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concussion
[kuhn-kuhsh-uhn]
noun
Pathology.injury to the brain or spinal cord due to jarring from a blow, fall, or the like.
shock caused by the impact of a collision, blow, etc.
the act of violently shaking or jarring.
concussion
/ əˈʌʃə /
noun
a jarring of the brain, caused by a blow or a fall, usually resulting in loss of consciousness
any violent shaking; jarring
concussion
An injury to a soft structure, especially the brain, produced by a violent blow or impact and followed by a temporary, sometimes prolonged, loss of function. A concussion of the brain results in transient loss of consciousness or memory.
Other Word Forms
- concussional adjective
- concussant adjective
- concussive adjective
- Dzˈܲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of concussion1
Example Sentences
James received a yellow card, and Ordaz was placed into concussion protocol.
Farrell has been dogged by a persistent hip problem this season and has also been sidelined recently with concussion.
She wasn’t sure whether it was a tear gas canister or less-lethal munition, but said she later sought medical treatment and was diagnosed with a concussion.
More than 520 additional former rugby players have joined a concussion lawsuit against the sport's authorities, according to the law firm bringing the case.
Despite making six starts in 14 appearances with 37 tackles, Hart also battled two concussions and an ankle injury.
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