Definitions for tonus

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tonus to·nus

Spelling: [toh-nuh s]

IPA: /ˈtoʊ nəs/

Tonus is a 5 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 5 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 7 points.

You can make 53 anagrams from letters in tonus (nostu).

Definitions for tonus

noun

1. a normal state of continuous slight tension in muscle tissue that facilitates its response to stimulation.

Origin of tonus

1875-80; New Latin, special use of Latin tonus Greek tónos tone

Examples for tonus

And, of course, one should feel something if it is no more than the tonus of muscle against the mobile bones.

The tonus of the muscles at the moment of examination may create differences inappreciable during relaxation.

This tonus is essential to the maintenance of an equalized circulation.