nasal aspirator
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4.5
- noun
- /ˈneɪ.zəl ˈæs.pɪ.reɪ.tər/
- Specialized
- I need a nasal aspirator for my baby.
Examples
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She gently used a nasal aspirator to help her infant breathe more easily.
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Modern nasal aspirators are designed for safe and easy use at home.
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The pediatrician recommended using a nasal aspirator to clear the baby's congested nose.
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The nasal aspirator worked wonders for her cold.
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The doctor recommended a nasal aspirator to help clear the baby's congestion.
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Using a nasal aspirator can make it easier for infants to breathe when they have a cold.
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Many parents keep a nasal aspirator in their baby care kit for quick relief from nasal mucus.
Synonyms
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7.2
A device that uses flowing water to suck air and make a vacuum for lab work
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6.9
A small rubber device used to suck liquid from or put liquid into the nose and ear
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4.9
A small rubber bulb and tip for gently washing or removing mucus from the nose
How Strong
- Specialized
- Specialized
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4.5
- Specialized
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6.9
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly and transparently derived from 'nasal' (relating to the nose) + 'aspirator' (a device that creates suction), so a B1 learner who knows both constituents can infer it is a device that suctions mucus from the nose. This is a productive noun-noun compound found cross-linguistically (e.g., 'aspirador nasal' in Spanish), so the composition follows regular patterns despite being a specialized medical item.
Etymology
Nasal aspirator: The name nasal aspirator tells the picture: nasal means about the 'nose' and aspirator is a small tool that 'sucks' things out. It is a device used to gently remove mucus from a baby's nose so the baby can breathe more easily.