Respirator
/ˈrespəreɪtər/noun
A device you wear over your mouth and nose to help you breathe clean air or more easily.
The patient with lung disease was put on a respirator.
Often appears as...
- wear a respirator
- put on a respirator
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Protective Gear
Refers to personal safety equipment against pollutants, dust, or diseases.
Construction workers must wear a respirator to avoid inhaling harmful particles.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Only Gas Masks
While similar, a respirator often provides higher filtration than a typical gas mask.
During the fire, the firefighters used respirators to keep smoke out of their lungs.
Pro Tip 3/3Workplace Usage
Commonly used where air quality may be hazardous, like in industrial or medical settings.
The lab technician donned a respirator before entering the contaminated area.
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