English noun: respirator | |||
1. | respirator (artifact) a breathing device for administering long-term artificial respiration | ||
Synonyms | inhalator | ||
Broader (hypernym) | breathing apparatus, breathing device, breathing machine, ventilator | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | iron lung | ||
Part holonym | mouthpiece | ||
2. | respirator (artifact) a protective mask with a filter; protects the face and lungs against poisonous gases | ||
Synonyms | gas helmet, gasmask | ||
Broader (hypernym) | mask | ||