rigor mortis

rigor mortis (rig-[schwa]r mor-tis). The temporary stiffening of a body’s joints and muscles after death. • The onset of rigor mortis can vary from 15 minutes to several hours after death, depending on the body’s condition and on atmospheric factors.

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法律翻译王漾，在一家顶尖英国律师事务所的上海办公室担任全职法律翻译，专注翻译各类与大中华业务有关的法律文件。