inhalator
- noun
- /ɪnˈheɪlətər/
- Archaic
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inhalador
- He always carries his inhalator in case of sudden asthma attacks while exercising.
Examples
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As well as nicotine patches and gum, there are other products such as lozenges, mouth and nasal sprays, oral films, and inhalators that can be used.
Academic text (2015) -
It is available in many forms, including transdermal patches, an inhaled nasal spray, gum, lozenges, inhalator, and sublingual tablets.
Academic text (2011) -
Patches are likely to be easier to use than gum, nasal spray, or an inhalator, but are less effective at tackling acute cravings.
Academic text (2011) -
The doctor advised her to use the inhalator to ease her nasal congestion during allergy season.
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Many asthma patients find relief by using their inhalator before outdoor activities.
Synonyms
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3.2
A small device that sends medicine into your nose or lungs when you breathe in
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6.6
A device that makes a fine mist from liquid for breathing or spraying
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3.6
A device that sends a light mist of essential oil into the air to scent a room
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A device that makes medicine into a warm mist to breathe
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Etymology
The word inhalator comes from inhale ('to breathe in') plus the tool ending -ator, so its name tells you it makes a vapor or medicine to be breathed in. That's why an inhalator is used to release a vapor or medicine you breathe in to help a blocked nose or breathing problems.