Meaning of VENTILATOR
| Pronunciation: | | 'ven`tleytur
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- [n] a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure
- [n] a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air
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| | Synonyms: | | breathing apparatus, breathing device, breathing machine |
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| | See Also: | | air cleaner, air filter, aqualung, Aqua-Lung, device, inhalator, oxygen mask, respirator, resuscitator, scuba, snorkel, ventilating system, ventilation, ventilation system | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Ven"ti*la`tor\, n. [Cf. F. ventilateur, L.
ventilator a winnower.]
A contrivance for effecting ventilation; especially, a
contrivance or machine for drawing off or expelling foul or
stagnant air from any place or apartment, or for introducing
that which is fresh and pure.
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| Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | A machine that assists or controls breathing; a respirator. |
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