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late acceleration

[/leɪt ækˌsɛləˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: late accelerations
aceleração tardia
1. In obstetrics and fetal monitoring, a temporary increase in fetal heart rate that occurs after the peak of a uterine contraction, indicating fetal well-being
The fetal monitor showed late acceleration, which is a reassuring sign during labor.
O monitor fetal mostrou aceleração tardia, que é um sinal tranquilizador durante o parto.
2. In general contexts, a speed increase that occurs at a later stage or time period
The car's late acceleration on the highway was impressive.
A aceleração tardia do carro na estrada foi impressionante.
Synonyms
delayed accelerationsecondary acceleration
Antonyms
early accelerationvariable decelerationearly deceleration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aceleração tardia
Standard medical term used in obstetrics
Portugal
aceleração tardia
Same usage as in Brazil, primarily medical context

Related Idioms & Phrases

fetal heart rate acceleration
reassuring fetal status
non-stress test
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