respiration
pronunciation
How to pronounce respiration in British English:
UK [ˌrespəˈreɪʃn]
How to pronounce respiration in American English:
US [ˌrespəˈreɪʃn]
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- Noun:
- the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic moelcules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the
- a single complete act of breathing in and out
- the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
Word Origin
- respiration (n.)
- late 14c., from Latin respirationem (nominative respiratio) "breathing, respiration," noun of action from past participle stem of respirare (see respire).
Synonym
Example
- 1. She brought her to life by artificial respiration .
- 2. Respiration provides a bigger energy kick .
- 3. Increased photosynthesis will use up carbon dioxide ; increased respiration produces more of it .
- 4. It enhances human metabolism increases respiration rate and raises blood pressure .
- 5. For centuries , prolonged absence of heartbeat and respiration were the criteria for certifying death .