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English noun: breathing apparatus

1. breathing apparatus (artifact) a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure


Synonymsbreathing device, breathing machine, ventilator


Broader (hypernym)device


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









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