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English noun: ventilator

1. ventilator (artifact) a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air


Broader (hypernym)device


Part holonymair cleaner, air filter


Part meronymventilating system, ventilation, ventilation system

2. ventilator (artifact) a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure


Synonymsbreathing apparatus, breathing device, breathing machine


Broader (hypernym)device


Narrower (hyponym)Aqua-Lung, aqualung, inhalator, oxygen mask, respirator, resuscitator, scuba, snorkel









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