English noun: ventilator |
1. | ventilator (artifact) a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air |
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| Broader (hypernym) | device |
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| Part holonym | air cleaner, air filter |
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| Part meronym | ventilating system, ventilation, ventilation system |
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2. | ventilator (artifact) a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure |
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| Synonyms | breathing apparatus, breathing device, breathing machine |
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| Broader (hypernym) | device |
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| Narrower (hyponym) | Aqua-Lung, aqualung, inhalator, oxygen mask, respirator, resuscitator, scuba, snorkel |
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