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respirator

[res-puh-rey-ter] / ˈrɛs pəˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
artificial lung
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Health Canada recommends detailed screening and assessment protocols along with extensive protective equipment, including a fit-tested N95 respirator, face shield, gloves, and fluid-impermeable clothing.

From Science Daily Jun. 22, 2026

In Chiang Mai, doctor Thanakrit Im-iam was wearing a heavy-duty respirator to protect himself.

From Barron's Apr. 3, 2026

This reluctance to think outside the TB box has resulted in people resisting the sensible use of respirator masks in health care settings.

From Salon Feb. 21, 2025

A surgical mask or cloth mask won’t cut it — health authorities agree that you should reach for an N95 or P-100 respirator with a tight seal.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 8, 2025

He said he had just been putting on his respirator to go inside a monkey room when he began to feel sick to his stomach.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston




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