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inhalation

[/ˌɪn.həˈleɪ.ʃən/]
nounfemininepl: inhalações
inalação
1. The act of breathing in or drawing air into the lungs
Deep inhalation helps calm the nervous system.
A inalação profunda ajuda a acalmar o sistema nervoso.
2. A substance or medicament that is inhaled for therapeutic purposes
The doctor prescribed an inhalation for his asthma.
O médico prescreveu uma inalação para sua asma.
3. The process of inhaling a gas, vapor, or aerosol
Inhalation of toxic fumes can cause serious health problems.
A inalação de vapores tóxicos pode causar problemas graves de saúde.
Synonyms
breathing ininspirationbreath intake
Antonyms
exhalationexpiration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
inalação
Standard term used in medical contexts
São Paulo
inalação
Common in pharmaceutical and medical usage
Portugal
inalação
Standard term; also used in traditional medicine contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a deep breath
catch one's breath
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