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ASPHYXIATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Asphyxiation.

Asphyxiation - as a noun

The condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped)

Example: "Asphyxiation is sometimes used as a form of torture"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suffocation19

Killing by depriving of oxygen

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suffocation19
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
killing12putting to death
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The cause of death was determined to be asphyxiation due to carbon monoxide poisoning."
"The presence of smoke in the building led to the risk of asphyxiation for the trapped occupants."
"The medical examiner ruled the death as accidental asphyxiation."
"The documentary highlighted the dangers of autoerotic asphyxiation."
"The victim's struggle for breath indicated a slow death by asphyxiation."
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Word Game Points

Is ASPHYXIATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, asphyxiation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ASPHYXIATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 27.

Is ASPHYXIATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, asphyxiation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ASPHYXIATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is ASPHYXIATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, asphyxiation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ASPHYXIATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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