Meaning of convulsion

Definition of convulsion

(noun) a sudden uncontrollable attack; "a paroxysm of giggling"; "a fit of coughing"; "convulsions of laughter"
violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles
a violent disturbance; "the convulsions of the stock market"
a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval

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