electroconvulsive

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What does electroconvulsive mean?

Causing seizures or convulsions by means of strong electrical shocks.

Where does electroconvulsive come from?

Etymology tree French électro-bor. Ancient Greek ἤλεκτρον (ḗlektron)bor. Latin ēlectrum Latin electro-bor. English electro- English convulsive English electroconvulsive From electro- + convulsive.

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