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Respiratory

Definition

(medical/technical) Relating to the process of breathing or the organs involved in it, especially the lungs, airways, and diaphragm. Often used in medical contexts to describe conditions, diseases, or treatments affecting the breathing system.

Example Sentences

1The patient was diagnosed with a severe respiratory infection that required immediate hospitalisation and oxygen therapy.
2Does air pollution have a direct impact on respiratory health, or are there other intervening factors?
3The new medication has shown promising results in treating chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma and COPD.
4Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke to reduce the risk of developing respiratory problems later in life.
5There is a growing body of research on the interplay between respiratory function and cognitive performance in older adults.

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