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inhalation

[ in-huh-ley-shuhn ]

noun

  1. an act or instance of inhaling.


inhalation

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  1. The act of taking in breath. Inhalation results from the negative pressure in the lungs caused by contraction of the diaphragm, which causes it to move downwards and to expand the chest cavity. The resulting flow of air into the lungs restores a pressure equal to that of the atmosphere.
  2. Also called inspiration
  3. Compare exhalation
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of inhalation1

First recorded in 1615–25; inhale + -ation
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Ms Taylor said soot present in Ms McEnroe's lungs showed she had died after the car had caught fire and the cause of death was smoke inhalation, burns and trauma.

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BBC News understands two people are being treated for serious burns and four others for smoke inhalation.

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Two other residents were treated for smoke inhalation, but there were no further reports of any serious injuries.

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Months later, Bryar’s autopsy raised a possible contributing factor in his death — three canisters of nitrous oxide found next to his corpse, with tubing for inhalation still attached.

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Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service urged residents to shut windows and doors to prevent smoke inhalation as crews dampen down the area.

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