Definition for CON-VUL'SION

CON-VUL'SION, n. [L. convulsio.]

  1. A preternatural, violent and involuntary contraction of the muscular parts of an animal body. Encyc.
  2. Any violent and irregular motion; tumult; commotion; as, political convulsions.

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