asphyxiation
|as-phyx-i-a-tion|
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/əsˌfɪk.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
(asphyxiate)
lack of oxygen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'asphyxiation' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'asphyxia,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'sphyxis' meant 'pulse.'
Historical Evolution
'asphyxia' transformed into the French word 'asphyxie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'asphyxiation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a pulse,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'suffocation due to lack of oxygen.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or process of being deprived of oxygen, which can result in unconsciousness or death; suffocation.
The victim died of asphyxiation due to smoke inhalation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45