Bronchodilator

/ˌbrɔŋ.kəˈdaɪ.lə.t̬ɚ/

noun

A bronchodilator is a type of medicine that expands the air passages of the lungs, helping individuals to breathe more easily.

Doctors often prescribe a bronchodilator to patients experiencing asthma attacks.

Visual representation of "bronchodilator" - A bronchodilator is a type of medicine that expands the air passages of the lungs, helping individuals to breathe more easily.

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Formal

inhaled bronchodilator, short-acting bronchodilator, long-acting bronchodilator

noun

A bronchodilator is a type of medicine that expands the air passages of the lungs, helping individuals to breathe more easily.

Doctors often prescribe a bronchodilator to patients experiencing asthma attacks.

Usage tips

Formal

inhaled bronchodilator, short-acting bronchodilator, long-acting bronchodilator

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Context

In a medical context, 'bronchodilator' refers specifically to medications; differentiate it from general terms for breathing aids.

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Formality

Use 'bronchodilator' in formal medical discussions, but refer to it simply as 'asthma medicine' in casual conversations.

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Connotation

While 'bronchodilator' is clinically precise, using it may convey a sense of professionalism and authority.

Pro Tip 1/3

Context

In a medical context, 'bronchodilator' refers specifically to medications; differentiate it from general terms for breathing aids.

Pro Tip 2/3

Formality

Use 'bronchodilator' in formal medical discussions, but refer to it simply as 'asthma medicine' in casual conversations.

Pro Tip 3/3

Connotation

While 'bronchodilator' is clinically precise, using it may convey a sense of professionalism and authority.

Pro Tip 1/3

Context

In a medical context, 'bronchodilator' refers specifically to medications; differentiate it from general terms for breathing aids.

Pro Tip 2/3

Formality

Use 'bronchodilator' in formal medical discussions, but refer to it simply as 'asthma medicine' in casual conversations.

Pro Tip 3/3

Connotation

While 'bronchodilator' is clinically precise, using it may convey a sense of professionalism and authority.

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inhaler

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