RESPIRATIONS
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Respirations.
Respirations - as a noun
The metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; 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 lungs
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cellular respirationinternal respirationA single complete act of breathing in and out
Example: "Thirty respirations per minute"
The bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breathing15external respirationventilation14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
activity16bodily functionbodily processbody processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He experienced difficulty in his respirations after running the marathon."
"The doctor counted the patient's respirations to monitor their breathing rate."
"Deep respirations can help calm the body and reduce stress."
"The nurse noted that the patient's respirations were shallow and rapid."
"She took slow and steady respirations to maintain her composure."
Word Game Points
Is RESPIRATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, respirations is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESPIRATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is RESPIRATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, respirations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESPIRATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is RESPIRATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, respirations is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESPIRATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
