high blood pressure

noun

: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries
also : hypertension

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Ketamine can cause a slew of other side effects, including delirium, amnesia, increased salivation, abnormal eye movements, high blood pressure and potentially fatal breathing problems. — Christopher P. Holstege, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2026 The threats include health conditions and behaviors – such obesity, high blood pressure, smoking and mental health – as well as economic conditions, environmental change, technology and conflict. — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026 This finding suggests potential clinical implications for high blood pressure. — Christina Manian, HEALTH, 7 Oct. 2026 Causes may include uncontrolled high blood pressure, trauma from a fall or accident, or overtreatment of blood thinners. — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high blood pressure

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high blood pressure was in 1899

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Kids Definition

high blood pressure

noun
: blood pressure that is abnormally high especially in the arteries or the condition resulting from it

called also hypertension

Medical Definition

high blood pressure

noun
: hypertension

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