intr.v. pal·pi·tat·ed, pal·pi·tat·ing, pal·pi·tates 1. To move with a slight tremulous motion; tremble, shake, or quiver. 2. To beat with excessive rapidity; throb. palpi·tat′ing·ly adv. |
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