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Definitions of inhalation

noun
the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing

synonyms: aspiration

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type of:
expiration, respiration
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
noun
the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation

synonyms: expiration, respiration

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types:
respiration artificielle
an emergency procedure whereby breathing is maintained artificially

type of:
fonction organique
an organic process that takes place in the body

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