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Respirator: meaning, definitions and examples

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respirator

 

[ ˈrɛspəˌreɪtər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

protective equipment

A respirator is a device designed to protect the wearer from inhaling harmful substances, such as chemicals, gases, or infectious particles. It works by filtering the air before it is inhaled, removing particles that could be harmful to health.

Synonyms

breathing apparatus, filter, mask

Examples of usage

  • The workers at the chemical plant wear respirators to protect themselves from toxic fumes.
  • Medical personnel use respirators when treating patients with infectious diseases.

Translations

Translations of the word "respirator" in other languages:

🇵🇹 respirador

🇮🇳 श्वासयंत्र

🇩🇪 Atemschutzgerät

🇮🇩 respirator

🇺🇦 респіратор

🇵🇱 respirator

🇯🇵 レスピレーター

🇫🇷 respirateur

🇪🇸 respirador

🇹🇷 solunum cihazı

🇰🇷 호흡기

🇸🇦 قناع التنفس

🇨🇿 respirátor

🇸🇰 respirátor

🇨🇳 呼吸器

🇸🇮 respirator

🇮🇸 öndunargríma

🇰🇿 респиратор

🇬🇪 რესპირატორი

🇦🇿 respirator

🇲🇽 respirador

Etymology

The word 'respirator' originated from the Latin word 'respirare', which means 'to breathe'. The concept of respiratory protection dates back to the ancient Egyptians, who used linen cloths to filter out dust. The modern respirator as we know it today was developed in the early 20th century in response to industrial and medical needs.

See also: respirate, respiratory.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,233, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.