oxygen debt

/ˌɑksədʒən dɛt/
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Definitions of oxygen debt
  1. noun
    a cumulative deficit of oxygen resulting from intense exercise; the deficit must be made up when the body returns to rest
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    type of:
    physical condition, physiological condition, physiological state
    the condition or state of the body or bodily functions
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