noun ·4 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A device to assist breathing.
2. 2
   a protective mask with a filter; protects the face and lungs against poisonous gases wordnet
3. 3
   A device to assist breathing.; A facemask with integrated filter(s) to keep out harmful dusts, fumes, and mists.

   "Any N95 respirator is designed to filter out 95 percent of particles 0.3 microns or larger."

4. 4
   a breathing device for administering long-term artificial respiration wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

gas helmetgasmaskgasmaskinhalatorventilator

Example

More examples

"Tom is hooked up to a respirator."

Etymology

From respirate + -or.

Related phrases

Both respirator

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