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Definitions for shock

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  • A reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body

  • The violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat

  • A mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses

  • An instance of agitation of the earth's crust

  • An unpleasant or disappointing surprise

  • A sudden jarring impact

  • The feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

  • A pile of sheaves of grain set on end in a field to dry; stalks of Indian corn set up in a field

  • A bushy thick mass (especially hair)

  • (pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and rapid heartbeat and circulatory insufficiency and pallor

  • Inflict a trauma upon

  • Subject to electrical shocks

  • Collect or gather into shocks

  • Collide violently

  • Strike with horror or terror

  • Surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off

  • Strike with disgust or revulsion

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