nebulizer

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Noun

nebulizer (plural nebulizers)

1. A device used to convert liquid into a fine spray of aerosols, by means of oxygen, compressed air, or ultrasonic vibration.

   Synonyms: atomizer

2. (medicine) A device used to administer a medicine into the lungs, by converting the medicine from liquid state into a fine spray of aerosols, to be inhaled through the nose or mouth.

   cot en

   • 2011, Jill Shalvis, Head Over Heels, Hachette UK (ISBN 9781455505722)

     “Obviously. It's just that experts recommend measuring your peak oxygen flow and having a portable nebulizer ready.”

Related terms

• nebulize
• nebulization

Translations

• German: Zerstäuber
• Spanish: nebulizador

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