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English
Etymology
From hyper- + tensive or hypertension + -ive.
Adjective
hypertensive
- Of, pertaining to, or causing hypertension.
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Derived terms
Translations
of or pertaining to, or causing hypertension
Noun
hypertensive (plural hypertensives)
- A person with hypertension.
- A drug or substance that increases blood pressure.
Translations
a person with hypertension
a drug that increases blood pressure
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