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Meaning of ventilator
A device that helps people breathe by moving air in and out of the lungs.
Etymology of ventilator
The word "ventilator" comes from the Latin word "ventilare", which means "to fan" or "to blow upon", and the suffix "-ator", which forms a noun indicating a person or thing that performs a certain action.
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe devices that improve ventilation, and its medical usage dates back to the late 19th century.
Synonyms
respirator
breathing machine
life support machine
air pump
blower
fan
aerator
air conditioner
humidifier
dehumidifier
oxygenator
oxygen generator
air purifier
air cleaner
inhaler
nebulizer
respirer
aerator
ventilating system
breathing apparatus
gas exchanger
Definitions
- A machine that helps a person breathe by moving air in and out of the lungs, often used in medical settings.
- * A device that improves ventilation, such as in a building or room.
Usage Examples
- The patient was placed on a ventilator in the intensive care unit to assist with breathing.
- * The new ventilator system in the building improved air quality and reduced energy costs.
Antonyms
suffocator
asphyxiator
chokehold
constrictor
strangler
smotherer
inhalation inhibitor
respiratory depressant
air pollutant
toxic emitter
carbon monoxide generator
smoke producer
fog machine
air contaminator
pollutant
toxin releaser