Breathing Apparatus (Noun)
Meaning
A device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor quickly grabbed the breathing apparatus from the emergency kit to help the patient who was struggling to breathe.
- The scuba diver put on her breathing apparatus before descending into the deep waters to explore the coral reef.
- The firefighter wore a breathing apparatus to protect himself from inhaling toxic fumes while rescuing people from the burning building.
- The astronaut checked her breathing apparatus to make sure it was functioning properly before venturing out of the spacecraft.
- The nurse carefully adjusted the breathing apparatus on the patient's face to ensure a proper seal and effective oxygen flow.