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vertigo

/vɜːrˈtɪɡoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does vertigo mean?

noun

A feeling of dizziness or a sensation of spinning, often caused by a high place or a sudden movement. A state of intense anxiety or fear, often accompanied by a sense of disorientation.

Example

"The view from the top of the skyscraper gave her a bad case of vertigo."

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