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respirator

[res-puh-rey-ter] / ˈrɛs pəˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
artificial lung
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A child lay beneath a blue sheet, hooked to a respirator, with a team of doctors and nurses clustered around the bed.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

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

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that dairy workers don a respirator and goggles or a face shield, among other protections, whether they are working with sick animals or not.

From Salon Aug. 27, 2024

“Tight-fitting respirator masks are legally required under workplace safety laws for certain functions in state prison operations.”

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 25, 2024

The first thing I did was tell Branwell that Nikki was off the respirator.

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg




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